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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Blyth Standard, 1978-03-15, Page 1Blyth 5to0j store sold After operating a business on the main street of Blyth for 18 years, Bill and Doris Hicks have decided to retire. They have sold their business which they operated as a 5 cent to $1.00 store to Don Ross, a liquidator from London, The Hicks farmed in Kinloss in Bruce County before moving to Blyth in 1960. Previous to that they had a grocery store in Shedden which they then traded on the farm in Kinloss where they remained for six years. William Yandt was operating the store as a 5 cent to $1.00 store when the Hicks bought it, The Hicks bought the building from Frank Elliott who was renting the downstairs to Mr. Yandt. The Hicks said he bought the store because, "It was just a new experience, a new venture," The new owner of the building, Don Ross, has been working as a liquidator for the past ten years. He said that in his capacity as a liquidator, he holds stock reduction sales or sells out businesses for people who want to retire or if it's an estate,.bids on it and if he is a successful bidder, he liquidates the estate himself. He works all over Western Ontario and in this area he has worked in Palmerston, Hanover and Goderich. He has a wife, Sheila, a son Murray and a daughter Sandy. YOU DON'T SAY — These two well exercised horses have just completed pulling a sleigh full of East Wawanosh students around the concessions. The horses, owned by Sam Pletch, Belgrave, were on their way, back for a rest before taking the women and children of Belgrave for an afternoon ride. The driver, John Jessop, is taking his first day off in an eight day week to drive the team. (Staff Photo) WEDNESDAY, MARCH15, 1978 BLYTH, ONTARIO, PRICE: 20 Cents Volume 88 — No. 11 E. Wawanosh accepts tender A gravel tender submitted by Joe Kerr Ltd. of Wingham was accepted by East Wawanosh Council at a meeting March 7. The accepted tender was based on $1.67 per yard to supply, crush and haul 15,000 yds. to township roads; and $1. per yard to crush 700 y ds, and stock pile 300 yrds. The only other tender submitted was from Geo, Radford construction, Blyth and was at $1.79; ' Building permits were approved and issued to Christo- pher Cowan, driving shed; Clifford Coultes, driving shed; Leonard Palmer, finishing barn and lagoon. All are subject to the approval of the Ministry of the Environment. A trailer permit was approved for Gordon McBurney, N'/s lot 32, Conc. 10, The Maitland Valley levy of $2,622.88 and a special levy for Fill Line Mapping of $808.49 was ordered paid. Council accepted a request for repair on "Award Drain" from James Hunter, subject to parties concerned agreeing. East Wawanosh Recreation Parks and Community Centre Board will pay one third part of Huron -Bruce Swingers account for instruction fees to be recover - Music please! Arena sound system installed TURN UP THE MUSIC! — The sound system for the Blyth and Community Centre that so many people in the community have raised funds for, is now installed. The $4,0.00 system includes two Targe units. which contain twelve speakers each and are suspended in the main arena. The arena also receives an intercom system between the ticket.office and the tape deck there to the score box right at rink side. Thursday and Friday, the system was hooked up and tested for sound. To this reporter's ears, the volume was loud and clear. able in the form of a grant. ‘' A grant of $ I00. was given to the Belgrave-Blyth and Brussels School fair. John Gaunt, tile drainage inspector was authorized to purchase 15' staff. A bill of $14. for repairs to level was paid to John Gaunt. Road accounts of $4,454.24 and general accounts of $8,622.18 was presented and passed . for payment. A resolution was received from township of Otonabee and was tiled. Council accepted the 1977 tax roll as returned by the collector. Council adopted the 1977 assessment roll for 1978 tax purposes. A HELPER'S BREAK - These aproned workers took time for a break ag Sunday's Pancake breakfast in Auburn. The kids kept coffee cups full and syrup jugs overflowing. The breakfast was sponsored by the Auburn snowmobilers club to raise money for Auburn's 125th celebrations. From left are Heather, and Chris Ketchabaw, Paul Cartwright and Bill Robertson. (Staff Photo) 2—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 Church has 120 missionaries, UCW The General U.C.W. meeting was held Monday, March 13 with 26 in attendance, . Devotions were conducted by Mrs. Nic Aitken and Mrs. Annie Blair, Mrs. Aitkin read the account of the Last Supper from the book of Luke after which she offered prayer.. Mrs. Blair read a cherished poem ()fliers on the Lenten and Easter theme, The three hymns sung, with Mrs, Winona McDougall at the piano were centred on The Cross of Jesus. Mrs. Mary Wightman, chair- man of World Outreach, gave a comprehensive introduction to the film strip entitled "What in the World can a Christian do?" It showed how missionary work has changed since the days of Living- stone and Switzer. A missionary of modern times is one who can be taught as well as teach; one who works not far, but alongside the one ministered to; one who sometimes leaves his place of employment only for a brief period to lend his services to World Development and Relief; one who, at home, points out the 'fact that we should live simply in order that others may simply live. There, arc 416 million people starving and 200 million unemployed; yet in America 48 billion cans and 7 million cars were junked in one year's time. At present, the United Church has 120 missionaries in 19 countries, none of which go uninvited. They help when help is asked for. Christians are a minority group, but wherever you find Christians, you find people involved in human rights. Mrs. Evalena Webster, in the absence of president Evelyn Smith, nresidcd I'or the business. The minutes were read by Mrs, Ferne McDowell and the treasurer's report by Mrs. Maymc Crawford. Appreciation was expressed to the Quiltcrs for their donation of money which covered the cost of materials used in the finishing of two Sunday School rooms, and sincere gratitude for the donation of- time and labour by Harvey; McDowell, Millar and Ella Rich- Six tables play There were 6 tables of euchre in play this week. Winners were: Ladies high - Edith Glousher; Men's high - Don Howe s; Ladies low - Margaret Nesbit; Men's low • Bernie Craig; Ladies Ione hands Vi Howes; Men's lone hands - Mr. Simpson. Special prize winner was Harold Boldgcr. Another euchre next week. mond and for their excellent work, all of' which nude this project possible, The U.C.W. ladies will cater for the Eastern Star banquet being ACW plan A.C.W. of Trinity Anglican Church, Blyth met at the home of Mrs. Margaret Nesbit, Scripture reading was from St. Luke 24. Meditation and "Ere Easter Conies" and "Lent." Ail repeated the prayer. Minutes of last mccting were read. Treasurer's report was given with a balance on hand. .Janis Henry put on another mystery prize and everyone received a prize. Margaret Nesbit read a ' poem called Hope. Sunshine dues were paid. Ella Ives read a letter from St. held on April 1. Mrs, Marjorie East and Anne McInnis provided refreshments and Mrs, Ferne McDowell assisted in serving, quiet day Monica's House in London. A.C.W. annual conference will be held in St. James Church, London on April 27, The Quiet Day will be held in Brussels on Wednesday, March 15 from 9:30 to 4 p,m. Tea and cookies were provided. Take your own lunch for dinner, We cater to the Lion's supper on Thursday, March 23. There will be Settlers Supper on April 7. Next meeting will be at the honk of Mrs. Edward Quinn on April 13 at 2 p.m. Meeting closed with Grace, BUSINESS DIRK_ oRy ELLIOTTriton REAL ESTATE AGENCY& Gordon Elliot, Broker R. John Elliott, Salesman PHONES: Blyth Office 523-4481 Res. 523-4522 or 523-4323 WANTED Listings on Farms, Homes and Business ___ ,,,i .,� �� • .� - OLD MILL IN BLYTH Factory Outlet ti WOOL AND LEATHER ' 1 j Irr,+ PRODUCTS YOUR CHOICE FROM . • 7 1 ONE OF THE LARGEST INVENTORIES ON THIS Blyth CONTINENT HOURS: 9.6 Telephone 523.9666 1 • 6 WARD UPTIGROVE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS LISTOWEL+ ONT, 291.3040 Geo. Burkholder AUTO BODY COLLISION REPAIRS & REFINISHING TOWING SERVICE 24 HOURS A DAY Phone 523-9474 1°" y' • Bainton Limited, WINTER Monday - Thursday Fri. 9.9 Sun. Sat. 9.6 R EID & PETERSON Chartered Accountant 218 JOSEPHINE ST. , WINGHAM ONTARIO TEL. 357-1522 TOM DUIZER Plumbing & Heating Oil Burner sales -Service Installation and Motor Repair Pressure Systems Myer's Press Sc Water Conditioning Equipment Sheol Metal Work LONDESBORO ONT. PHONE BLYTH 523.4359 HOME IMPROVEMENTS 7 Carpentry Reg & Hary Construction dCnpe -Licensed Carpenters - All stages of house construe- tion, cabinets, renovating, masonry, doors and windows, siding, pole barns.'GRIFFITH'SG Call REG BADLEY 345.2564 FREE 'ESTIMATES , HARVE BERNARD 523-9441 UCo BELGRAVE BLYTH SAFETY CENTRE Alignment -Wheel Bdancing COMPLETE BRAKE SERVICE DISCS & DRUMS GENERAL SERVICEED AND REPAIRS SAFETY INSPECTIONS (; H ATT E RTO N AUTO -SERVICE E55O 523..9322 Bill Bromley ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR FARM WIRING AND GENERATORS RESIDENTIAL AND INSTALLATIONS ONT. 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LYLE YO U NG B L U: OIL BURNED SALES &SERVICE 'YourOilHeatingContractor' BLYTH ONTARIO PHONE 523?9585 At %BLYTH, HURON X78 -cv From me to you By Rhea Hamilton After an absolutely glorious • weekend of sunny weather we should be seeing sun kissed faces of the many who were out enjoying themselves, With the warm weather now fast approaching the time for enjoying winter sports is almost over. (I hope I am not speaking too soon) since this we thought that the last weekend might wind up skiing for this year, we were out from Friday night to late Sunday afternoon skiing around the bush. You could almost call it a last fling with winter. Friday is St. Patrick's Day and .the Irish in many of us will insist we do some celebrating. Haul out • THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-3 Was it winter's last fling? the soda bread and rind some of that green beer and enjoy yourself. 1 have noticed that news conies in spurts and when world violence strikes it seems to strike at several points across the world. For a few weeks there was a niinimuni of really violent situationsand then suddenly over the past weekend trouble seemed to erupt in several places at once. Thirty two people were killed in Israel when terrorists seized a bus load of sightseers and after a violent ride and battle with authorities the bus burst in flames. In the Netherlands the south W. Wawanosh Moluccan gunmen have seized 72 In the middle east, the world hostages which they are using in has been hopefully and anxiously a bid to free their imprisoned awaiting the coming of peace in comrades, the middle east. Acts such as Even in Canada we are not immune, in St. Jerome Quebec a convicted murderer is holding six hostages at a provincial prison. All we can do is to hope all these incidents will not be repeated as long as the incidents produce the massive publicity which has been evident in recent events those responsible will consider the bloodshed they have caused to be a small price to pay. in addition all too often an event of terrorism invites reprisals. Reviews insurance Frank F. Thompson of West Wawanosh Mutual Fire Insurance Company, and Dave Reed of Frank Cowan Company Limited, attended the West Wawanosh Council meeting March 7. brought up,and the Drainage The Clerk was authorized to Superintendent was requested to inform the Assessment Office to inspect it to determine what include Polling Subdivision 115 repair is required. with Polling Subdivision 114; and A request for repair to The Reid Polling Subdivision M6 with Drain was received from Jan Bos, Polling Subdivision #3 --thus and Council requested the reducing the number of polling The Corporations insurance Drainage Superintendent to subdivisions in the Township coverage was reviewed with inspect this drain as well. from six to four. Council by Mr. Reed. Increases I on automobile liability and grader Council passed By -Law 114, Four applications replacement were authorized, 1978, authorizing the Township to received for a person to as well as coverage on the two-way enter into an agreement with dogs in the Township communications system.•Ontario Hydro to provide lighting discussed. The application for the streets of Auburn, and D. Durnin, R. R. 112, Lucknow, at Eight owners on The Murray authorized the Reeve and Clerk to $1.90 per dog, was accepted. Drainage Works discussed the execute the contract on behalf of By -Law 115, 1978, altering the condition of the Drain with the Township. amount of Dog Tax to be Council, and also the extent to The Clerk was authorized to collected, was given third reading which a cleanout should be contact • E. H. Uderstadt Inc., to and finally passed. The by-law undertaken. It was agreed by all' request his services in preparing. provides for the following rates: present that a dragline be hirecf to a Report for the repair of The $5.00 per first male or spayed clean out the ditch from Lot 16, Anderson Drainage Works, female --$7.00 for second; $8.00 Concession 8. The condition of Ashfield and West Wawanosh for first female and $12.00 for the the Foran Drainage Works was Townships. second. Council authorized the Road Superintendent to advertise for tenders for the crushing and application of approximately 12,000 cu. yds. of "A" gravel, and approximately 1,000 cu. yds. stockpiled, in three local papers for two weeks. Four applications for tile drainage loans totalling $26,400 'There were some surprises and a were accepted by Council. few disappointments, for the At the, request of one of the students. The pupils were all Lucknow Lions Club members, anxious to see their marks, but Council discussed possible rental were told not to open then until rates for the new Community they arrived home. The school is Centre in Lucknow, now entering a new term, after A resolution from the Town of the long second one. Markham regarding the proposed Kindergarten Registration Act to provide for Licensing of On March 7th, Hullett held Business by municipalities, was Kindergarten Registration in the tabled and road accounts totalling auditorium. There will be many $3,798.35 and general accounts new happy faces in September to totalling $25,466.75 Wcrc passed meet their teacher, Miss Adams. for payment. were count were of J. Hullett Central visits fire station The Fire Station On February 28th, the grade 2. - class travelled by bus to the Blyth Fire Station, The class toured'the building and were shown the different firc engines. They were also told what t0 do if a fire ever started. This trip tied in with their studies. All the students had an educational and enjoyable tine. Speeches On 'March 1st, Hullett held a public speaking contest for Blyth and Hullett finalists. The winners of the junior division were first: Julie Dacr, Hullett; Second Garth Wittich, Blyth, and Third: Nancy Snell, Blyth. The senior division winners were First: John Lauson, Hullett, Second: Karen Farquhar, Hullettt and Third: Jane Snell, Blyth. The sppches were all very interesting and all the contestants did well Poker Rally On February 27th, the grade four class went ori a poker rally by .snowshoes or skis. They wrapped their lunch in foil and cooked it over an open fire. The students had to follow a snowmobile trail and collect cards at different places. After, they would see who had the best poker hand, After collecting the cards, the pupils went" toboganning on a near -by hill. On Tuesday, February 28th, the grade 5 class went on a similiar trip. Both classes had an enjoyable time, Report Cards Once again, the report cards were handed out to the students, On March 8th, the pupils received the second terns port cards. i We are agents for Syd' LTD. If you are planning a wedding this spring see our large selection of Rentals and pick up your free Brochure. WE PREPARE PERSONAL INCOME TAX R.W. Madill Clinton Dry Cleaners pick up at Madills on Thursday and Friday those carried out by terrorists last week make the task of seeking peace almost impossible for the governments involved, 1 V DDEN'S 523 4421 WE DELIVER Aiditewa..cwALl..ss5.� 1.47 IVORY.t,.32. 116 VANtS 1/Trurg clizaittnu..3SA.79 . COLLATE Moadii..,ioninG.. 14a $? LUNCH TIME SPECIALS 04a412;,, HAMBURG 1 z>s..��.iKI 3�q, and/Or NOT DoG" RED NortJ,inue �O qq .ice... ► � sA�' s cG „ r� At.39 CSG )('ETCtIUP..g2OL.)1.Oq �d��COCKTAIL.,.�D.�O9 P.4SflLMON...7ioz.34)X085 no3Q,, PEACN ,9� c�. �c pagx.23 tvu 4)4 4r.td CAKES -130=-4.09 MAXWELL HOUSE COFFEEZ.57 I Cum heel PINEAPPIIE 3,",28' 61/2111)2,6 CORN SYRUP.. 20-.. 0.69 ,��Asini4 P��S D.T9 PRObUCE 21k.R7UP.. 20-.. Sle-ti:c44) Zete/z7 ..... 59d plA 4a./42-€/az;,t, /Law dedi / 019p F ram (Ice, Cream EKcep-ed) 4—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 Subscription rates Canada $9.00 Outside Canada, $1 ..00 (in advance) Single copies: 20 cents 'standard Established 1891 Serving BLYTH and the surrounding community. Published each Wednesday afternoon at Blyth, Ontario by McLEAN BROS. PUBLISHERS LIMITED Andrew Y. McLean, Publisher Rhea Hamilton Editor and Advertising Member Canadian CommuLlnity Newspaper Association, Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association and ABC Box 10, Blyth, Ontario, NOM 1H0 Telephone 519-523-9646 Authorized as second class mail by Canada Post Office, Registration Number 1319 • End of an era The past week saw the end of a longtime busines in Blyth. Fast disappearing all over the country, the 5c to $1 store filled a need in the community by selling various little necessities for our every day life. From small children's clothes to candles and toys, from sewing needs to kitchen tools and paper supplies, the 5c to $1 stores sold them all. What new business will operate in the old 5c to $1 store location has of yet not been disclosed. But we all hope that it will fill a need in the community and be appreciated by all, the same way the old "dime stores" did in the past. . The gap left by the closing of the 5c to $1 store will be hard to fill. These days, specializing is the name of the game in the retail trade. We have clothing stores, toy stores, sewing stores and candy stores. That's fine, but it's hard not to mourn the passing of the sort of store that was all of these and more. Our communities are losing with the death of the 5c to $1 stores. The minister's study Rev. Strut McDonald Many people are tempted to When .1 esus came into watch for applause or for censure Jerusalem on that first P alm as though they were tests of Sunday all the city was moved success. Even in our sports we and said "Who is this?" And the talk about supporting players by answer given was "'Phis is .)crus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee". But such as it was, the organized noise, as though one could not even play a game at his best without dependence on answer served its purpose, for the applause. Yet in our time, as moment, BO before the week was always, there is but one kind of over, one ol'much deeper discern- mall which in the end wins a nlent, standing by the cross, was worthy victory.lt is a man who heard to say, "'Truly this man was depends neither on praise nor on the Son of God." And so as we blame, He lcacls his life instead of begin this Holy Week the sante following it. There is but one question comes to us "Who is Commendation which he desires -- this?" that of his own conscience, He There is a real lesson in this has his P alai Sundays of apprc- story. We have listened to one elation, but they do not stir hint to multitude. Presently we shall be self-esteem; he has his listening to another, and the cry Gethsenlancs when friends desert of that other multitude will not hint, but they do not depress hint be, "Hosanna to the .Son of to despair. 171e docs his duty and David, blessed is he that coI11CS bears his cross; and finally he is in the name of the Lord", it will remembered, not because he was he "Crucify hint! Crucify hint!", popular or unpopular but because That is what is awaiting us on he accomplished the work which Good Friday. Have we not here was given him to do. then a warning and a signal one? Are you and I of that number There arc times when it is easy who are ready enough to sound a to live the Christian life, or, at ‘''cicome to Jesus Christ when his least, to make a show of living it; cause looks promising and his time when it is not unpopular, I partisans arc many, but wlio arc had almost said when it is equally ready to desert him when fashionable, to go to church, to Pilate's judgement hall is opened receive the sacraments, to keep and the Cross begins to loons? Lent, in short to follow in the most Standing as we do today at the approved manner all the outward threshold of the most solemn observances and set forms of week of all the Christian year, it worship. It is not difficult when behooves us to examine carefully multitudes are shouting the foundations upon which ot'Ir "Hosanna!" to let one's own characters are built. Is our voice become contributory to the religion a holiday affair meant general volume of sound. It is not only for fair weather? Is it a P aim difficult when th P alm.branches' Sunday religion only, or can it of an attractive and showy' stand the strain of that other royal worship are waving in the air to progress, the march of Golgotha? have the eye dazzled for • the Who is this? Your answer will moment and the ' scenes be given through your life, your temporarily charmed, witness. Sugarbush sh By Keith Roulston Few absolutes 'i'here are few absolutes in modern life and morality doesn't appear to be one of them. The recent national convention of the Liberal party for instance, passed a resolution calling for the decriminalization of marijuana use. The convention didn't go so far as to say that the use of the drug should become legal, but it did say the penalty for use sh Auld be reduced. As few as five years ago that would have been unthinkable for a major Canadian political party to take such a stand. Some will see the move as healthy. Some will think it didn't go far enough. Some Experts argue that marijuana is no more dangerous than regular cigarettes or alcohol and these arc not only legal but a major source of government income. Frankly 1 don't know much about the issue and I don't care much one way or another what is done about it. There's one aspect of the decision, however, that is troubling. 'I'hc Liberal party's resolution 011 marijuana sCC111S to show once again that we have no definition of what is right or wrong other than the majority's wishes on any particular subject. Five years ago, use of drugs such .as marijuana was considered a major moral problem. The plain argument for changing the law seems to be not so much that we've found out that marijuana is not as strong a drug as we thought, but that so many people are now using it. It seemed to be quite all right to have harsh treatment of those caught using the drug as long as it was only a relatively small number of long-haired creeps. But today more respectable people like lawyers and professors are also using it so we need to soften the law. We saw the sank kind of thing with the changing of abortion laws in Canada, Abortion didn't become legal because suddenly we came up with a more safe way to perform the operation. It didn't conte about because of a drastic need (ironically abortion became legal at a 10110 when for the first time in history there were fool -proof contraceptive methods). The change in the abortion law cane about because a large proportion of the population came to the point of wanting to make use of abortion. There was no real decision of right or wrong, simply a political decision of slow many were for and how many against. Now you niay agree or disagree with these law changes but the prospect of morality by majority rule remains a very dangerous one. We arc drawing ever closer to the issue of euthanasia in North America. 11 scenes fantastic to us now, but what if the majority of people felt it was better to end the lives of people once they had passed their "productive" age? What if, instead of getting a gold watch on retirement, you got a cyanide pill? Under our present manner of deciding the morality of society, it could one day cone true. We are, after all, reaching a point where the number of people older than the retirement age will become so large that it will put a heavy economic burden on society. The young generation today that is deciding the pot is fine and abortion is all right will sonic day be in a position when they will be a burden on younger members of society. They might well find themselves in a position of finding that the new majority, the people still "productive" think it quite all right that Grandma and Grandpa be snuffed out, (oh quite humanely of course, perhaps while they slept.) Yes it seems preposterous but then 20 years ago it seemed impossible that abortion would ever become legal and 10 years ago few would have sten a major political party taking a softer stand on marijuana. If majority rule is acceptable for moral issues it seems quite possible that if the majority of people felt it was all right' to murder your neighbour than the law would be rewritten. There's one large counter-measure to the present trend however. All polls show that if there was a plebiscite 011 capital punishment the majority of people would be for it. Yet our legislators continue to vote against the issue whenever a decision must be made in the Parliament. What this scenes to show is that it's not so much what the majority feels on moral issues but what the majority of the elite group that makes up our legislators feel, Members of Parliament Have a remarkably similar background. The majority are.lawyers and nearly all come from relatively wealthy, middle-class backgrounds. The morality of this group then can often decide the morality of the nation, at least as fat' as legal laws Mean morality. Thus marijuana became more acceptable when the middle-class professionals accepted it. 'Thus abortion became legal when middle class professionals accepted it. Lord help us if the lawyers decide that it's quite all right for people to be beaten to within an inch of their lives for non-payment of law fees. Check your pulse. If it's over75 per minute your heart needs your help. Fitness. In your heart you know it's right. Pr7RT/C/Pa[T/0!1 The Canadian movement for personal fitness. CHECKING FOR LEAKS - Mrs. Ted Robinson checks for air leaks in the hose leading from the maple tree to the sugaring house. All lines connect to a main pipe drawn by a vaccuum pump. In January and February, the trees are drilled and connected in preparation for the spring weather. More photos inside. (Staff Photo) It's maple syrup time Sap runnin With' the advent of spring weather, the first sign of nature to record the change is the trees. When the sap starts to run down the trees it is time to get ready for maple syrup. The sugar bushes in the arca are tapped and ready for the collecting and boiling down of the pure liquid. At Robinson's Sugar Bush at R.R. 1, Belgrave, a half mile south of St. Augustine the old system of carrying the sap in pails from the trees to the fire is long past. in January and February the trees arc tapped and connected with a series of plastic hoses to the sugar shed where the sap collects and is boiled down to make the sweet maple syrup. To prevent bacteria from closing the hole in the tree before the sap runs, a formeldahyde tablet is inserted. When the temperature rises and the sap starts to run the tablet will dissolve and allow the sap access to the hose. To avoid using gravity to draw the sap away to tic shed, a vaccuum pump with 27 pounds pressure is used. At Robinson's the sap is collected from the three lines in the busli to a 25 gallon tank. When the tank is filled, it is pumped into a 10,000 gallon storage tank outside the sugar shed, The procedure for boiling down the sap is modified every year for efficiency, The sap is first boiled down in an evaporator tank. But the Robinsons noted the vast amounts of steam being let off from the tank and decided to use it. Now, the sap first runs through pipes above the steam and is heated up to 190 deg. Thus less heat is needed to bring the sap up to boiling temperature whcri it's emptied into the first evaporator. The preliminary tank is fueled by oil and last year the Robinsons used 1,000 gallons. The sap is then finished in a wood fired evaporator and when finished, it has 66% sugar content. A new addition to the sugaring operation is a propane fired evaporator tank that will be used this year to finish off the syrup. Filtered Once the sap is boiled down to the right consistency it is then filtered through two filters, one paper and one orlon for a cleaner syrup. Maple syrup is graded as to colour. Gradeoneconsists of three (Continued on Page 13) THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-5 TREE SURGERY? Plastic sap lines connect all of the 3900 trees to the sugar shack at Robinson's sugar bush at R.R. 1, Belgrave. The sap is drawn from the trees by a vaccuum pump. (Staff Photo) .• HOWMANY CORD? - It takes a lot of wood to boil the sap down to maple syrup and the Robinsons work all summer to prepare. Their sugaring operation at R.R. 1, Belgrave is working now with the spring season's sap starting to run this week. DOWN with FUEL COSTS! 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Dr. Turnbull had bade farewell to his relatives and friends here before taking up post graduate work in the Old Country. That year 1903, the water was exceptionally high and the ice had gone out before that date, not like last Sunday when the Maitland still remained ice -bound, Auburn Horticulture The March meeting of the Auburn Horticultural Society was held in the Community Memorial Hall with the president Mrs. Dorothy Grange in charge. The meeting was opened by singing 0 Canada with Mrs, Donald Haines as pianist. Mrs, Grange read an article on Our Heritage 1973 from the Huron Tract. The roll call was answered by naming a flower or flowers you remember well from your grandmother's flower beds. Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock and Mrs. Grange described the wild flower display at the 'Toronto Carden Show last week. A discussion took place re the wild flower situation in our community and the necessity to guard and preserve them for future gener- ations. Mrs. Thomas Haggitt gave a reading on the Legacy of the Easter Flo‘Vers, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Haines gave a descriptive account of their green house which they built last car. Donald told how it was :onst'ucted and Mrs, Haines told about the soil used and how the ,eeds were planted. A question ,',oriod followed and the Haines nswercd many questions about ,sir greenhouse. A flower •mtest was given by Mrs. 'nines. Mrs. Thomas Haggitt nd Mrs. Stewart Ball were- the inners., The minutes of the January fleeting were accepted as read by the secretary Mrs. Thomas, Haggitt. Mrs. Ross Robinson was made a Director of the Society. It was announced that the District meeting will be held on Saturday, April 22, at Wingham and that the Ontario Horticultural Society will hold their annual meeting at Kingston June 14-16, 1978. An invitation to take a bus trip with the Blyth Horticultural Society on Ma y 19-21 in Tulip time to Ottawa was discussed and if anyone wishes to go, let Mrs. Grange know immediately, The. financial statement was given by the treasurer, Mrs, Eleanor Bradnock, The winners of the door prizes were Stewart Ball and Melissa Clark. The next meeting will be held on April 3. Lunch was served by Mrs. Donald Haines and Mrs. Thomas Haggitt. Auburn W.I. Public Relations will be the topic at the March meeting of the Auburn Women's Institute when they meet on March 21 at 2 p.m, The Public Relations Officer, Mrs, Leonard Archambault has a speaker from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food to speak on the International Ploughing Match to be held this fall near Wingham, Everyone welcome. Village Trustees The March meeting of the Village of Auburn Trustee Board was held last Saturday evening in the Town hall with all present. Chairman Wa rner Andrews, presided for the meeting and the minutes were accepted as read by the clerk, Frank Raithby, The new street light project scents nearer to begin and the Trustees deeided to give a grant for the 1251h birthday of the Village in 1979. A- discussion followed concerning the dog control by-law and dog -owners he sure your pets arc tied up at all times. A budget will be drawn up in the near future. fly GRIDDLE'S HOT -- There were plenty of pancakes at the Auburn Pancake breakfast Sunday. The Auburn snowmobile club sponsored the project to make money for Auburn's 125th celebrations. As well as pancakes, they served ham and eggs, rolls and plenty of maple syrup. (Staff Photo) Mr, and Mrs, Donald Haines and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haggitt enjoyed a bus trip last weekend to Wheeling, West Virginia, Little Misses Christine, Rhonda and Jennifer Stadclmann of R. R. 112, Blyth spent the weekend with their grandmother, Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock while their parents enjoyed a bus trip to Wheeling, West Virginia. Mrs. Kenneth McDougall visited last Wednesday in Londor with Mrs. Roy Cope. 357-2002 Carpet Remnants Sizes3'x12'-8'x12' 50%0FF Odd size Rugs Sizes 8' x 12' - 18' x 12' 33%0FF ALL READY MADE Drapes In Stock 50%0FF SELECTION OF SHOWER Curtains 50 %oFF 164 Josephine St., Wingham 357-1411 Prices in effect March 14th to 25th Closed Mondays -Open Friday 'till 9 -Closed Saturday at 5 p.m. For the Living Room Over 50 in stock Chesterfieldsultes By such famous makers as Kroehler, Vitas, Braemore, As low as Flexsteel, KROEHLER Recliners KROEHLER S In Nylon, Olefin, & Vinyl covers. Mfg. Sugg. price$269 395 .0° for 2 pc. suites, %2 Price 34.50 al styling ee orLounges ST= aecoversfor. For the Bedroom KROEHLER, PHILIPS, IMPERIAL Pine, Cherry & Oak, 3 pc, suites. .. Suites ... •ooKROEHLER Oak c. SuitesAQr.o0 p reduced to clear 349.00 Regularly priced up to $1,495.00: on sale for SPRINGWALL ORTHO PLUS Odd 3/3 Units 416 SleepSets• Continental89.95 on sale 199'95 • 20 % OFF DiningRoom Suites in stock 7pc CHROME SETS' FINISHED DINETTES .' Reg, $269,00 NOW 1 90,95 Reg. $249.95 5 c, Pine 9995 p or Maple WALL UNITS 95 PAINTINGS1orlginal oll 24" x 48" 3U x 16 x 72 On sale as low as 8 9 Reg. to $169,00 Now all on sale for' 9 9 9J Water Trough and Smoother with purchase F R EE of $10.00 or more of Wallpaper. Over 250 Patterns in Stock, From $2.99 S/R - $13.95 S/R 9FF all juvenile furniture 1 0 ln.cluding Prams & Strollers FREE DELIVERY Huronview The Clinton Presbyterian Church Ladies led the World Day of Prayer service in the Chapel on Friday morning. Mrs„ Homuth led the service, assisted by Mrs. Elsie Henderson at the organ. Mrs, Sharon Boersma was the guest speaker. A collection vas taken for overseas relief, The Huronview Orchestra provided the Old Tyme music for the Monday afternoon program in the Normal Care sitting -room. The 4=H Girls' Club from the Crediton arca entertained on Family Night, MissJackie Glavin was Emcee for to program of piano and guitar solos, gymnastics, step -dancing, a monologue, group singing raid a play entitled "The Chinese Version fo The Three Little Pigs", Taking part in the program were Barbara Morisscy, Mona Hodgins, Helen Muller, Theresa Van Osh, Debcra Morisscy, Helen Glavin, Donna and Susan Fleming. Entertaining seniors is one of the projects of the Club this year. The girls and their leaders, Mrs. Jean Fleming and Mary Muller deserve a great deal of credit for their fine display of talent. Betty Scratch thanked the members of the Club and their leaders on behalf of the residents. Morgan Dalton led a sing -along of Irish songs accompanied by Elsie Henderson, Auburn 4-H Learn ceramics Winners at the weekly euchre party in the Community Memorial Hall were Novelty -Donald Haines; High Lady -Mrs. Warner Andrews; Low Lady -Mrs, Lillian Leathcrland; High Man -Warner Andrews; Low Man -Roy Dacr. There were ten tables in play. Auburn 4-H Auburn 2 held their 4-H meeting at Mrs. Bess Slater.'s in Auburn on Saturday March 4. Debbie Cunningham opened with the 4-H pledge, Everyone answered the roll call by naming a leisure activity they would like to develop. Plans were made to hold the next meeting at the home_ of Mrs. Tom Cunningham with Miss Bea McClenaghan, the • home economist as visitor. The meeting to be on Safety. •Marilyn Archambault introduced the guest shaker Mrs. Bess Slater. She talked to ' the girls on the history of ceramics and then explained how things were madeShc explained thc use of different paints on the pottery, Barbara Gross thanked Mrs. Slater and presented her with a little gift from the club. Mrs. Cunningham showed pictures and talked about several other leisure activities such as reading, photography, theatre, music, art, historical interest and indoor gardening. The meeting was closed with the 4-H motto. Auburn 2, 4-H club held their fourth meeting at the home of Mrs, Tom Cunningham. Miss Bea McClenaghan, Huron County home economist was the guest. Debbie Cunningham, president opened the meeting with the 4-H pledge. Marilyn Archambault read the minutes' of the last meeting. Linda Cunningham read the lists of skits so further plans could be made for achievement day. Mrs. Cunningham talked to the members about poisonous plants and chemicals. The symbols of safety were also discussed and the part on electrical'hazards and falls were read. Mrs. Cunningham and Linda asked questions on storage and safety of food. Miss ` Bea McClenaghan spoke about Achievement Day which is to be held on May 6. The ploughing match, the Garden Club and the Ice Capades were all discussed. Debbie Cunningham closed the Meeting with the 4-H motto. Auburn plans 125th birthday Auburn , and community residents are reminded of the March 22 meeting to help plan for the 125th birthday party of the village in 1979, It is hoped that all conveners will be present along with many others in the community. Everyone seems to be interested but not many want to get involved in the planning. Auburn W.M.S. The March meeting of the Auburn Presbyterian Women's Missionary Society was held at thc home of president, Mrs. Wilfred Sanderson. Mrs. Franctcs Clark opened the meeting with , the' call to worship. The hymn. was read in unison and the Easter scripture lesson was read. Mrs. Clark was assisted with the Easter devotions and medi- tation by Miss Minnie 'Wagner, followed by prayer by Mrs. Clark.. After the hymn, Easter mediation on The First Easter Messengers was read by Mrs. Clark. Mrs. Sanderson took charge of the business period and the minutes were accepted. The roll call was answered by a Bible verse with risen or rose in it. The financial statement was given by the treasurer, Mrs. Frances Clark. A letter received by Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock from Miss Belle Campbell of Seaford) was read regarding the observance of' the 90th anniversary of the Auburn Women's Missionary Society. The offering was received by Mrs. Clark and dedicated with prayer by Mrs. Frances Clark. Plans were made to cater to the Lion's Club dinner next Wednesday evening. The meeting was closed with a hymn, and the Easter Benediction and Lord's Prayer. Lunch was served by Mrs, Sanderson. THE. BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15 1978--7 Separate board's budget up 3.9% At a special meeting Monday night in Dublin thc Huron -Perth Roman Catholic Separate School Board approved its 1978 budget of $4,481,799, That figure represents an increase of a little more than $168,000 or 3.9 per cent over last year's expendi- tures. The areas which reveal the largest increases include instruc- tion, with costs up 3.6 per cent, plant operation and maintenance which is up 2.3 per cent, administrative costs up 3.3 per cent, and transportation up an alarming 7.9 per cent over last year. Of the total budget, the local taxpayers must pick up 15.68 per cent, again an increase from 1977. In 17 of the 51 municipalities in Huron -Perth the rate will rise 5 mills. '1'hose municipalities fortunate enough to escape some sort. of increase are Morris, Tuckcrsmith, West Wawanosh an the town of Mitchell. Their share will remain the same for 1978. The information sparked lengthy discussion among the board's trustees. According to superintendent of finance Jack Lane, the increase to the local taxpayers is a direct consequence of the decrease in grants. The reduced support has increased for 'ocal support by 6.9 provincial rpovincial the need per cent. Five of the system's 19 separate schools arc in Stratford and this was reflected by the fact that the city will pick up 23 per cent of the tab. The finance committee has come up with a budget that's only $6,700. below ceiling. "That means the $6,700. must cover al items which are non -resolves." Mr. Lane pointed out. He was referring to any items not previously torescen and any salary increases which might result in 78, The board's requisitions are to be paid in two installments, .lune 30 and December 15, -by all municipalities in Huron and Perth. % • Oof 4. 00 "I'm Gonne Get A fully Of flub 8 Roll" HOW MANY TIMES DID YOU SAY THAT LAST YEAR? flOW It THS TlE • ASSORTMENTS LARGE & SMALL • STORAGE TRAYS & CABINETS • PACKAGED NUTS, BOLTS & WASHERS • GRADE NO. 5 • BUY DIRECT -- SAVE! CaII (no obligation) TRANS CONTINENTAL BOLT CO. Dealer Address: RON G CARTER P.O. Box 255, BLYTH,,Ont. NOM 1H0 Dealer Phone:. Phone 523-4353 III Ell Ell MI Ell INS1III ----- --Ell -Ell Ell t --- PLEASE SEND FREE BROCHURE NAME STREET OR ROAD CITY STATE ZIP PHONE 8 -THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 California visitors Visitors last week with Beth Knox and Elsie Shaddick were Joan Dittines and Vivian V, Van Allen both of Orange county, LONDESBORO NFWS Bureau editor: MRS. BERT SHOBBROOK California. The sisters came to Ontario for the funeral of their mother, Blanche Duerr. The late Mrs. Dtierr had been born and raised in and around Lucan, Ontario. Even though the occasion for their visit was a sad one, Joan and Vivian were glad of the opportunity to renew tics with relatives and friends. It has been over 17 years since Joan had been back to Canada, Neiher sister had been here when there was snow, Londesboro went all out to provide an ample supply for the girls to enjoy, • Vivian discovered snow- mobiling while staying with cousins is more fun than sloshing about in the rain California has been having, Neither the snownor cold temperature deterred Beth, Elsie and their visitors from shopping trips to London, Goderich and Blyth. Sacrament was held in the United Church on Sunday, Mrs. Margaret Whyte invited Gordon and Gena Jenkins to present their daughter Jill Rose Ann to Rev. Mcdonald for baptism. Flowers on Memoriam stand = were placed in loving . The 1878 Settlers Supper Friday April 7 Adults $3.50 Children $2.00 Blyth Memorial Hall 5 to 7 P.M. Reservations 523-9597 Or ' 523-9294 A CENTENNIAL PROJECT — TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH Brown's Tire Service SPECIAL L-78-15 Tires BLEMISHED s32 a piece while they last 887-6788 CHURCH OF GOD McConnell St., Blyth Pastor Cecile Marquette Service 11 A.M. Children's Hour: Monday 4 - 5 Study: Beatitudes THE ANGLICAN CHURCH. Rev. Daniel Sargent Trinity Church, Blyth, - 9:45 A.M. Sunday School 9:45 A.M. St. Marks, Auburn, 1st & 3rd Sunday • 1:15 P.M. Trinity Church, Belgrave, 2nd, & 4th Sunday -1:15 P.M. • THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. C, Wittich Sunday School - 9:50 A.M. Church Service - 11 a.m. "0 Come, Let Us Worship" CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Rev, T. Hoogesteen March 19, 1978 1st Hour of Worship -10 a.m. Elder F. Datema 2nd Hour of Worship -2:30 p.m. Elder M. Siertsema THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. Earl K. St. Jean Auburn - 11:15 A.M. Donnybrook- 9:45 A.M. , memory of Lenore Whyte by her husband, Tom. W.I. Meets W.I. Family and Consumers A ffairs meeting was held on March 8 with Genevieve Allen at piano. President Dora Shobbrook welcomed all with a thought "Once an opportunity has passed it cannot be caught", Roll call was 'How to stop a salesman' answered by 24 members with 3 visitors, February minutes and financial report read by secretary -treasurer, Marjorie Anderson, Correspondence included • a thank you from Howard Clarke, a letter from Home Economist outlining new short courses, Garden Club leaders March 21-22. District executive meeting to be in Dungannon United Church on April 3 at 1:30 p.ni. Sunshine Sister Banquet April 12 on regular W.I. meeting night in the Hall at 6:30 p.m. will include annual meeting and installation of officers by District President, Mrs. McNcc of Dungannon. Nominating Committee reported all offices filled except Second Vice President. It was moved to give $50.00 donation to Don and Kathy Reugcr who lost their home by fire. Mary Anderson favoured with a piano solo, Addie Hunking gave reading "When hens were hens". Hattie Wood introduced guest speaker Mrs. St. Jean of Auburn who spoke of the Home- bound Care in Huron County which is held at Huronview. This project is a great help to Homebound and disabled. Margaret Taylor thanked her and presented her with a gift. Meeting closed with Irish music by Genevieve Allen. Lunch was served by Hazel Reid, Dora Shobbrook and Alice. Buchanan. W.I. Card Party- There were 8 tables in play at W.I. card party on Friday night. Winners were Ladies High, Mona Pipe; Lone Hands, Myrtle Fairscrvice; Low, Olive Dundas; Men's High, Eric Anderson; Lone Hands, Ted Fothergill; Low, Ruth Vincent (playing as a man); Most 'ones', Stella Adams. Next card party will be held on Thursday night March 23. In charge will be Mona Pipe, Gay Datema and Myrtle Fairservice. #1 4-11 Club The Wonder Workers Monday March 6 had a special meeting with the other 4-H clubs in Londesboro Community Hall where John Jewitt reeve of Hullett Township, spoke about the many things the council does for the residents. On Wednesday March 8 at their regular meeting, leaders Hattie Snell and Mary Buffinger took the girls to the home of Mrs. Hazel Watkins to demonstrate how to quilt and how to knit. Members had a discussion about federal and provincial government. After the meeting Mrs . Watkins served lunch for which members would like to thank her very much. Personals Lloyd Pipe spent Sunday to Thursday last week in University Hospital, London, for tests. • Congratulations to Mrs, Myrtle Fairservice on celebrating her 83rd birthday on March 6 when she entertained some friends,to a card party, also some on Wednesday. Mr, and Mrs.. Colin Paterson, London, spent the weekend of March 4 with her parents Mr. and Mrs, Bob Burns. We welcome Mr, and Mrs. Doug Swan, Clinton, who have purchased the home of the late, Mr, and Mrs, Wilmer Howatt. Sunday visitors with Mr, and Mrs, Harry Lear 'were June Crawford and daughter Carol, Ottawa, Doris -Lear, Burlington enioy snow and their father, Nelson Lear, Mr, and Mrs, George Hoggarth Huronvicw, and Mr, and Mrs, Nelson Visiting with Mrs. Alice McClure returned home on Davidson and her mother on Sunday night from two weeks Saturday, March 4, were her vacation at Homestead, Florida, sister, Mr•,, and Mrs, Norman Mr, and Mrs. Mac Sewers and Lunan, Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. J, girls of Barrie spent the weekend H. Rostal of Levack visited on with friends here. Saturday with Mrs. Alice The Sunday School annual Davidson. They were on way to Spring Crokinole' Party is Florida for vacation. Wednesday, March 22 at 8:00 .Ioc and Charlie Moore of p.m. in the church hall, Forest district visited on Shower Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs, A shower was held' on Jack Armstrong. Saturday, March 11 for March W.I. members Nona Pipe, bride -elect Marlene Sewers of Hazel Reid, Myrtle Fairscrvice Mitchell at the hone of Marjorie and Dora Shobbrook attended Duizer, co -hosted by Barbara Walton W.I. courtwhist.on Friday Bosman and Gail Lear when 30 night. friends were present. Contests A im,well Unit of U.C.W. will were conducted by Madelon meet at the manse on Monday Sewers. Winners of birthday March 20 at 8 p.m. with Mrs. closest was Shannon Duizer and Marrianne McCaffery, youth anniversary nearest Addie centre, Clinton as guest speaker. Hunking, Gifts were presented by All women invited. , younger girls present. Marlene Mr, and Mrs. Bob Thompson thanked all for 'gifts and those visited on Sunday with their who hosted the shower, daughter, Mr., and Mrs. John Explorers Lawrie, Robbie and Jennifer, Explorers met on Thursday in Kitchener. Sunday School rooms. The World Lloy Shaddick, Kitchener, Day of Prayer service was visited on the weekend with her followed with each girl taking parents, Mr. and Mrs. Allenearl. The ceremonies of Stars Shaddick. was held. Ili SEAFORTH - AYR - CAMBRIDGE III IT'S TIME AGAIN! BRING YOUR FAMILY... BRING YOUR FRIENDS. SEE ALL THE NEW EQUIPMENT, PANCAKES FOR ALL! Thursday, March 23 12 Noon to 7:00 P.M. at our Seaforth Store SEAFORTH 527-0120 ik Meeting 4 of the "Happy Hikers" was held March 6 in the Belgrave arena, The roll call "Define a good Citizen." Min- utes of the last meetingwere read by the secretary, Marilyn Mc- Intyre. The topic of the meeting was People, Law and Tax payers. Mrs. Richard Moore gave a brief explanation of the different levels of governtiient. Guest speakers Simon Halla - ham reeve of East Wawanosh Township spoke on the Govern- ment at the County level and Mrs. Winona. Thompson, clerk of East Wawanosh. Townhsip spoke of Municipal Government, The Club met for its third meeting on February 27. The roll call was answered by "Leisure Tinie Activity or an interest they would like to develop", As their guest Mrs. Grace Bird, Home Economist, Mrs, Norman Coultes, Mrs. Peter Chandler and Mrs. Kenneth Campbell showed the nienmbers knitting, crocheting and quilting. Cindy Campbell talked on Candy Stripers. Lori Thompson demonstrated Needle- point, Mrs. Bryan Black explain- ed making a Terrarium, Mrs, Richard Moore spoke on Garden- ing, Some of the girls planted a Terrarium. The second line of Morris euchre party was held at the house of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Stewart last Monday evening with 5 tables in play. Winners of the evening, were: High Lady;Mrs. William Elston. High Man;Mr. William Elston, Low Lady;Joanne Edgar. Low Man; Harvey Edgar. Most lone hands lady; Mrs. Tom Miller. Most lone hands man; Mr. Glen Sellers. Elven Tables Eleven tables of euchre were played at the Belgrave Weekly Euchre last Wednesday evening in the W.1.HaIl at 8 p.m. Winners were: High Lady;Mrs. George Michie. High Man; Harvey Edgar. Low Lady; Mrs. Larne Jamieson. Low Man;Andrew Walsh. Most lone hands lady; Obituary A former resident of Belgrave, Frederick William Cook, 96, died February 23, at the Maitland Manor Nursing Home, Goderich, Mr, Cook was born and educat- ed in East Wawanosh Township and was a son of the David Cook and Rebecca Harrison. He farmed on the sixth concession of East Wawanosh for a number of years and after leaving the farm in 1945 he worked- for area farmers, He was also employed by Western Foundry Wingham. In failing health for some time he resided at Maitland Manor for five years. He was a member of the Belgrave United Church, Loyal Orange Lodge No. 462, Belgrave, and the Canadian Or- der of Forsters from which he recently received a 70 year membership pin. Surviving are his wife, the former Etta Black of East Wawanosh whom he married in Toronto in December 1909; four daughters, Mrs. Ross (Margaret) Robinson, Auburn; Mrs. Garner (Alice) Nicholson, Belgrave; Mrs. Ernie (Zella) Crawford, Goderich; Mrs. S.J, (Edith) Walker, Wingham; one son, Albert of Belgrave; one sister, Mrs. George (Ivy) Cook, Belgrave and two brothers, Harry of R.R. 1, Belgrave and Leonard of Luck - now, There are 17 grandchildren (Continued on Page 15) THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-9 4-H hears Reeve Hallahan Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse, Most lone hands man; George Johnston, The March meeting of the Belgrave A.C,W, was held at the house of Mrs. Clarence Baillie with 9 members and 1 visitor in attendance,' The meeting opened with the president Miss Mary Isabel Nethery reading the Invocation and Meditation taken from the Living Message Magazine. The Lord's prayer was repeated in unison and Mrs. Robert Procter read the scripture taken from St. Luke.The roll call was answered by telling of a woman mentioned in the Bible whose name begins with "A''. This group is invited to a Quiet Day to be held at St. John's Church, Brussels on March 15, beginning with Holy Communion at 10 o'clock, 1 Minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Mrs, Clare Van Camp. Two 'thunk -,you cards were read and Easter cards were signed to- send to the sick and shut-ins. Miss Lillian Patter conducted a test on Canadian clergyman serv- ing overseas, for which Mrs, Harold Jardin received the high- est score, Mrs. Jardin read from a booklet produced by the Women's Inter - Church council about the pro- vinces of Alberta and British columbia, Mtiss Potter read a chapter from a very humorous book entitled "Oye Jigs quid Juleps" written by a 10ycar old girl. Mrs. Alex Nethery contributed a poem entitled "The Legend of the I#larnev Stone". The meeting closed with prayer by the president, grace was sung and lunch served by the hostess. Personals We are sorry to hear that Mrs. Eldon Cook is a patient in Wingham District Hospital. Mrs. George Walker is a patient in University Hospital, London and Mrs, Albert Cook is a patient in Victoria Hospital, London. We wish all a speedy recovery. The Curator meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute will be held Tuesday, March 21 at 2 p.m. iPt the W.i'. Hall with Mrs. Garner Nicholson as convenor. Members arc asked to bring a century_ old picture for the roll. call. There will be a panel on the history of homes in the community. Lunch coninmittee is Mrs. Ivan Wightman, Mrs. Earl Anderson and Miss Dorothy Higgins. Everyone welcomed. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hanna attended the 3 day convention bf the Ontario Trappers Association held in North Bay last week, Mr, Orville Ford of Hanover accompanied Mr. and Mrs, Hanna, Mr. and Mrs, Sydney Thomp- son, Lisa and Lana visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, Rodney Wright of Clifford. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnston of Blyth, Mr, and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse were Sunday visitors with their cousins Mr, and Ms. ,Earl Edgar of 'Teeswater, also visiting at the same hone were Mr, and Mrs. Rae Edgar and Katrine. Mrs, Robert Campbell, Sandra, Pamela, Douglas and Dianne of Winthrop visited with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hibberd on Sunday, Dennis Thompson of Conestoga College, Kitchener spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Sydney Thompson. (IlflADIIlfl TIRE Get Your Car Ready for SPRING DRIVING without- Free Visual Inspection AtiF canAoiAn TIRE of your car's front and rear suspension system, brake system, exhaust system, and electrical system and report any required work to you (FllhIlDIflhl TIRE F. W. Tilley Ltd. Seaforth Canada Packers Week Canada Gr. "A" 3-4 Ib average Fresh FRYING CHICKENS lb • 69¢ Store sliced -rind on SIDE BACON piece 1.49 Ib. 1 lb. Maple Leaf Vac Pac N 1 SIDE BACON Maple Leaf Store Sliced Lean COOKED HAM Maple Leaf COIL POLISH SAUSAGE Maple Leaf store sliced VIKING BOLOGNA Sliced 69 lb 1.59 lb. 2.69 lb.1.19 .b. 990 Maple Leaf Vac Pac, 1 Ib pkg. WIENERS .b. 990 Maple Leaf '/i Sweet Pickled COTTAGE ROLLS Ib• 1 .29 Maple Leaf Boneless Tin End HAM piece 2.09 .Ib. Maple Leaf Boneless DINNER HAMS 2.3 Ib av Ib. 2.19 Ib.1.69 sliced 2.19 Maple . Leaf Store Sliced Baked MEAT LOAF Maple Leaf Store Sliced Baked MAC & CHEESE or CHICKEN LOAF Ib.1 .39 BLYTH MEAT MARKET "Open 6 days a week 8 a.m, - 6 p.m. " Blyth Custom killing, cutting & wrapping, quick freezing. :523-4551. 10—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 Liberals consultation needed on farm policy Recognizing that Canada's economy as a whole is closely related to its agricultural economy the recent Liberal Party of Canada policy conference in Ottawa considered in detail resolutions of concern not only to the farming community but also to consumers as well, Discussion recognized that it was essential to the well being of Canada that while consumers must be assured an adequate food supply at reasonable costs it was equally essential that farmers receive a fair return for the food they produced which was based on a return for labor and capital at a rate comparable to that prevailing in other industries,_ _ , The necessity of increased consultation with farmers in the formation of policy was stressed and reference was made to remarks by the Duke of Edinburgh when he recently addressed the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show in these words: "Unfortunately there is Ample evidence thaL the process of agriculture in the modern context is not properly understood by those who :ire not directly engaged in it. They semi to think that it must be made to work like an urban industrial manufac- turing process and all that it needs is more research and more techniques. They frail to understand that the state of agriculture depends on the stale of the individual farmer. He needs more than a reasonable price for his produce. He needs working capital as much as anything else. He needs confidence in the marketing system. He needs a sense of :security for himself and his family aid stock. No amount of pious projections, economic analyses, white papers, green papers, propaganda pamphlets or promotional gimmicks will achieve anything if these primary needs arc not understood." Resolutions adopted at the confers nee included the following: Canadian farm policy should be designed: A. To provide. ample quantities of high quality Canadian grown food for the Canadian Consumer at fair prices; B. Provide an income to the . efficient farmer that is commensurate to that of the rest of society, particularly in respect to labour, return on investment, and increased input cost; C. To maintain an industry and is structured to compete in both domestic and export markets and; D. Maintain and support the current marketing legislation as Notice The North End Lunch Clinton , Ontario will be Closed for Holidays from March 18 - 26 administered by the Minister of Agriculture. Don Shaver, A leading world' poultryman with franchises in over 80 different countries, predicts that within a few years (about 1985-1990) the livestock and poultry industry will not exist as we know it today, because the grains now fed to livestock will be required by our human popula- tion. This situation already exists itiindia, Ceylon, and Pakistan. Resolved that: "A: Canadian Agricultural Export Council should be established under the jurisdiction of the Minister of Agriculture in co-ordination with the Minister of Trade and Commerce, B. The CAEC shall be nlacfc up of an even number of members, at least 50% of whom shall be primary producers, C. The CAEC shall work with the Marketing Boards, Producers Organizations,and Provincial Governments to secure long term world markets on a contractual basis, D. The CAEC shall be provided with such funds as to enable it to act as an exporting agent. E. The CAEC shall be enpowcred to deal with all products except those under the jurisdiction of the Canadian Dairy Commission and the Canadian Wheat Board." Resolved that "Farmers and their organizations shall he the prime participants with the Government in the Formulation of Agriculture Policy," The growing monopoly of the food industry by a few inter- related food processors. and supermarket chains, has tended to obscure the widening gap between farm gate prices and consumer prices. Resolved that: "The depart- ment of Consumer Affairs should publish producer farm gate prices and consumer retail paying prices for the sante food items, in all major Canadian newspapers on a weekly basis." Classified Ads pay dividends. STORE HOURS 10 A.M. to 8 P.M. DAILY March 17th to April 2nd For Your Convenience Sign Up For Our INTRODUCING The All New We have a Complete Selection of Gifts for the Bride & Groom including a wide range of Crystals Inquire about our new CHINA BUYER'S SERVICE Noritake Ireland Line of Fine China Join the Luck of the Irish SAVE, O SAVE La O on this new line from Noritake See Our Selection of Beautiful Rogers & Community 1 Flatware To Complement Your China PLACE SETTING OF THE MONTH CLUB Our Store Policy is to issue an Additional 10% Discount if we can't deliver in 90 days. THE PIDGEON HOLEBoutique Brucefield No. 4 Highway � 1 \ � r • The March meeting of the 8th and 16th Unit was held Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs, Doug Fraser when it was opened by a poem, Mary at the Tomb. Hymn "Beneath the Cross of Jesus" was sung. Mrs. George McCall read the scripture from Mark 16: 1-15 followed by prayer. Keeping to the Easter Theme, Mrs. D. Fraser took as the topic "Count down to Easter Offer- ing was received by Mrs, R. Houston. Hymn, "My faith looks up to Thee". The devotions were closed by everyone repeating the Lord's Prayer. Mrs, Rae Houston presided for the business opening with a poem "Count your garden by the flowers." Minutes were read by the secretary, Mrs, Don McDonald. Roll call was answered by 9 members. Thank you cards were read from Linda McDonald and Connie Ingram. in the discussion concerning the Hang Supper to be held at the church, the first Tuesday in June, a motion was made that the price for adults be $3.50 and children $1,50. Menus will be decided at next meeting. Announcements were given out for coming events, Plans were made for the Thankoffering service on April 9 at the church. The bale is to be packed in May. The copper collection was received, The meeting closed with a social half hour with lunch served by Mrs. Alvin McDonald and the hostess. Walton Unit The devotional period of the Walton Unit was led by Mrs. Alex Gulutzin and Mrs. Howard Hackwell at their meeting on Wednesday evening, March 8. The hymn The Day of Resurrection was sung accomp= anied by Mrs. Ray Huethcr at the piano. Mrs. Glulutzen read the scripture from Matthew 28: 1-10 followed by prayer by Mrs. H. Hackwell and a poem, "The way of the cross leads to God." Hymn Christ the Lord is Risen Today, was sung. Mrs. Gulutzen read a poem "How Blessed are We." Mrs, Hackwell closed this part of the meeting with prayer. Rev. Baker showed a film on "The Wonder of it all." There is a lot to be learned in the wonder of children in just letting your imagination wonder. Their many questions of why - with the wonderful world of color in everyday happenings. Mrs. Herb Traviss spoke on Winston Brown who was an ordained minister, a Jamaican Baptist for .her topic, taken from the study book on the Cai•ibcan. Mrs. Allan McCall was in charge of the business opening with an Easter Poen, Mrs. Howard Hackwell read the minutes. Thirteen nmenibers were present. Offering was received and dedicated, Arrangements were made for the lunch for the Thankoffering service on April 9 at 8 p.m. when Rev. and Mrs. R. Boulger of Monkton will bes ucsts. U.C.W. of Duff's Church, Walton are invited to Northside U.C.W. Spring Thankoffering on Tuesday, Marcl{{` 28 at 8 p.m, Guest speaker,'' Mrs. Bruce Eaton, Staffa. Announcements were given out for the London Conference in April, the Westminster weekend in May;- the Alma School for Women in August with the one THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-11 Good crowd at whist party day school at Alnia College un Tuesday, August 22, Delegates wishing to go are to contact Mrs. Wey, U,C,W. President. i'he shower for Cathy McDonald will be held on Friday, April 9, Several in the unit offered to take sandwiches and the 8th and 16th unit is in charge. Rev, Baker closed the meeting with prayer followed by lunch by Mrs. Bill Thamer, Mrs, Frank Kirkby and Mrs. Alex Gulutzen, Court Whist Party The Walton Community .hall was decorated with shamrocks, birds and flowers for the Court Whist party on Friday, March 10. There was a good turnout with ten tables in play. Prize winners with lady's cards - High, Mrs, Dave Watson; 2nd high card - Mrs. Mrytle Fairservice, Londesboro; low - Mrs. Howard Hackwell. Playing with men's cards, high - Mrs. Merton Hackwell; 2nd high card - Mrs, Roily Achilles; low card - Mrs. Ernie Stevens. Door prizes were Won by Mrs, Earl Watson and Mrs. Howard Hackwell. in charge at the door were Mrs, Harold Hudie and Mrs. Ken McDonald, Lunch committee were Mrs, Mac Sholdicc; Mrs. Harvey Craig; Mrs. Neil McGavin .and Mrs. Allan McCall. Mission Band 23 members attended the March meeting of the Mission Band on Sunday morning held in the church basement, They held their meeting in form of the World Day of Prayer service with some members from all classes taking part. They joined in singing They'll know we are Christians by our Love, As Children of one Father and He's got the whole world in His hands. Cathy McGavin gave the treasurer's report. Then they had a sing -song led by Mrs. Neil McGavin. Mrs, Merton Hackwell was pianist. The children then went to their classes with regular teachers, Mrs. M. Hackwell, Mrs. Ross Bennett, Mrs. Mac Sholdicc and Mrs, N. McGavin, spent a few days last week with Personals Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harris (nee Mr. and Mrs, Bill Coutts spent Sandra Watson) in London. a few days last week in Acapulco, Mexico flying from Buffalo, New York. We are sorry to hear Keith Clark is again in Seaforth Community Hospital. We hope he is soon much improved. Mr. and Mrs, Earl Watson 4ec 1 h� HURON 78�n Thank you We want to thank all our friends and customers in Blyth and surrounding community for the kindness and patronage they have shown us over the past 18 years that we have been in business. Thanks again. Bill and Doris Hicks 5' to s 1 '0° Store, Blyth and B liAja Offer Good Until March 25 YO Select Group of Children's Shoes $6.00 a pair or 2 pair for $10.00 Phone 527-1110 12—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 Report from Queen's Park OHIP increase c generate an additional !271 mil- billion, leaving a deficit of $1,05 lion in revenue, which was billion. described by the Government as The budget in effect produces necessary to restore a balance in the province's fourth successive financing soaring health costs, billion -dollar deficit. Treasurer McKeough declared that by holding spending growth to 7%, about one per cent below inflation, the Ontario Government "is actively eating inflation", Other aspects of the budget include the suspension of the 71/2 retail sales tax on hotel and motel rooms, effective immediately un- til the end of 1979, in an effort to boost Ontario tourism. The Government says that will mean $30 million- in lost revenue. there will be creation of tem- porary summer jobs by an amount of $78 million, which the Gover- nment estimates will provide work for 60,000 young people through a variety of 'nova nls. -ihe creation of more permanent jobs is being left to the private sector. Retail sales tax will no longer be collected on storm windows and doors, effective immediately. Mr. McKeough stated that the By Murray Gaunt The Government announced its fiscal plans for the year when Treasurer Darcy McKeough brought in his budget this week. Health insurance premiums and alcohol and tobacco taxes are going up again to help the Ontario Government meet $14.5 billion spending commitments in the coming fiscal year, The most controversial meas- ures of the generally cautious budget likely will be the increase of more than 30% in Ontario Health Insurance premiums. This amounts to 100% increase over the lash two years, - Beginning May 1st, health insurance premiums will jump to $22 a month from $16 for single people, and to $44 a month from $32 for families. The money will In addition, drinkers will be paying more. A 24 -bottle case of beer will cost .15 cent more, effective April 1. increases of .25 cent a bottle on Canadian wine; and .10 cent on imported wine were announced. . Tobacco taxes arc being raised for the third straight year to collect an additional $30 million. The tax jumps 2.8 cents on a pack of twenty cigarettes, and one_cent on middle -priced cigars. The budget plan calls for a 7Vo growth in spending to $14.55 billion, and a 12.6% growth in revenues, to a total of $13.5 Hullett council gives $1000 to Federation Hollett Council approved a tearing down a barn. $1,000. grant to the Township's Reeve John Jewitt suggested Federation of Agriculture, at its that a maximum fee should he March meeting. set. Council agreed and decided It was noted that in 1977 the that a maximum fee of $15 he Federation received a $1,000 established for a demolition grant and Councillor Joe Gibson building permit. This however is said, "I know they'll need as subject to approval frons much money this year as they did last, especially with the plowing match." With the hiring of Eugene McAdam as building inspector, Hullett Township will now charge for building permits. Fees will be set, according to the building by-law, jointly established with McKillop Township. Included to the bylaw are the following building permit fees: a new building, $25 plus $2 for each 51,000: addition, $5 plus $2 for every $1,000; repairs, up to $1,000, no fee, but a permit is still " required; , mobile home, $25; occupancy, $10; roofing, ,hingling or cavestroughing, no permit is needed and there is no fee. Council voiced some objections to a $5 fee for every 1,000 square foot on demolition building permits. Deputy Reeve Joe Hunking explained that this fcc seemed high, especially if someone was McKillop 'Township as well. Council also passed a motion to charge $12 a call for each applicant to be paid to building inspector Eugene McAdam who must check and approve each building permit application. Council also approved the following building permits, subject to the building inspector's approval: Dirk Westerhout, two chicken barns; Wayne AIIin, pig barn; Milton Dale, house; Wilfred Whyte, bal'll addition, granary, manure storage pit; C Vanderlci, chicken barn; 1-f. Pardys, shed and residence; Howard Cartwright, steel granary; Peter Wc.stcrhou1, house and barn; Ronald Gross, steel granary and house addition; Gordon Gross, addition to implement shed; William Millson, house addition. In other business, council received correspondence from the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority explaining the breakdown of levy figures. (Continued on Page 13) Sunday, March 19th c:t8p.m. Be Sure to hear Rev. -Don Snell Pastor of The Church of God, Kitchener Special Soloist Mrs. Shirley Snell EVIL PREVAILS WHEN 7`".... GOOD MEN DO NOTHIN Huron Men's Chapel AUBURN HE THAT DOETH EVIL HATETH THE LIGHT — JOHN: 3-20 1 NFU wants corn marketing plan The Corn Committee of the National FArnlers Union in Ontario has been advised by Agriculture Minister Wm. Newman that a marketing plan for corn must be developed in accordance with procedures outlined in the Farm Products Marketing Act, The NFU made a proposal to Mr. Newman last November requesting a marketing commission be established for corn, based on certain principles that would provide controls over imports and exports. Chairman of the NFU Corn Committee, Joe Casey of Wallacctown, said he has replied to Mr. Newnlan's •letter requesting that he outline whether or not the A ct would facilitate such 'a commission and, it' not, what would be required to accommodate the proposal. In its original proposal the NFU recognized that special legislation might be necessary from the Ontario Government, and :Mr.. Casey said the onus is on Mr. Newman and the government to provide a sufficient legislation budget was realistic at this time. that will give corn producei's'nlore than just a token marketing mechanism without effective powers, "A precedent has already been established for special legislation, when the Milk Act was passed enabling milk to be priced," he said. "Due to the complexity of the corn market, and the fact corn is priced not on a provincial basis but by the international grain trade usually on the Chicago exchange, it is most important that a marketing plan have the necessary control to manage the movement and pricing of corn." After having several meeting with corn producers Mr. Casey said his committee is convinced growers want only a marketing mechanism that can be effective, The NFU proposal requested that, in order to protect producers from a flow of cheap corn from the U.S., the Ontario Government urge the federal government to vest the power to control corn imports with the Canadian Wheat Board, which now has control over imports of wheat, oats and barley. ATTENTION FARMERS FLAX WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT FLAX AS A CASH CROP IN 1978 1. Flax Seed Varieties now available produce greater yields than in the past. 2. The number of Ontario Flax Plantings in 1977 was the Largest in Ten Years. 3. Input cost for Seed, Fertilizer and Spray is less than $20.00 per acre as of March 31, 1978. 4. A ready market is available immediately for all Ontario grown Flax. 5. Quick unload at Lucknow, Milverton and Seaforth is available for this crop. 6. Forward selling available (ask manager for details). 7. Storage available (ask Manager for details), 8. Contracts available (ask Manager for details). 9. Crop Insurance for Flax is available in 1978 (see your Agent for details).. Flax contracting and seed booking is now in progress. To avoid disappointment call today. For Seed, Fertilizer and Spray Please Contact: OPNOTCH TOPNOTCH FEEDS LIMITED Seaforth, Ontario Milverton, Ontario Lucknow, Ontario 527-1910 595-4941 528-2026 or ANDERSON FLAX PRODUCTS THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-13 • READY TO SCORE — This Mount Forest player is getting ready to score against a Listowel team in a fast action broomball game. The tournament last Saturday and Sunday and winners will compete this weekend in Clifford before the provincial game comes up in Ottawa in April. (Staff Photo) WATCH THAT BROOM — Conn men from Mount Forest played against Moorefield Listowel men Saturday in the Broomball tournament held in Blyth. The winners from the two days of games travel to Clifford before going .on to the provincial finals in Ottawa in April. (Staff Photo) Hullett (Continued from Page 12) Hullett's share was $3,568 plus the fill line neap at $976. Clerk Clare Vincent also told council that similar corre- spondence was received from the Ausable-Bayfield Conservation Authority,:.with Hullett's levy at $500. This is the minimum fee payable despite. Hullett's actual assessment of $380. A delegation from the Hullett Township • Federation of Agri- culture appeared before council, requesting a grant for 1978. A motion was passed • to give the Federation a grant of $1,000 for 1978. Hullett is requesting the Ministry of Housing (MOH) to conduct a senior citizen housing survey on their behalf, This motion was passed following correspondence from the Town of Clinton, including a resolution that the MO4 conduct a joint survey between Clinton and Hullett to determine combined senior housing needs. Council recommended the following sevcrences: lot 15, con. 7, Doreen Wilson; lot 26, con, 10, Norman Hardy; lot 37-38, Auburn, with written agreements on line fences when necessary, William Andrews. George Radford's tender was accepted as the gravel tender by council at the price of $1.80 a yard for 18,000 cubic yards of "A" gravel. In other business, council agreed to instruct Clerk Vincent to write the ministry of natural resources to request a parking lot to be set up at the Hullett (Continued on Page 16) BLYTH INN FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT Friday and Saturday March 17 & 18 TRACKMEN YOUR HOST HAROLD & THELMA Maple (Continued from Page 5) colors from a light golden to two shades darker. 1'o get the golden shade, the heat must be kept even and the equipment and arca spotlessly clean. Grade two syrup is darker and is used primarily for cooking. Sap stored outside in the storage tank will last only two days in warm weather before it starts to sour and has to be dumped out. Therefore as soon as the sap starts to run, it must be boiled right away to prevent spoilage. Metric Has Hit • Even metric conversion has hit the syrup industry and next year we will he able to buy a lite of syrup. Monday,March 20 at 4:0o p.m. BLYTH PEE WEES W•0•A•A'D' Champs vs St. Lambert , QUEBEC or Blyth District Commuity Centre room. ams ere Wham, bam. The balls were really hitting the boards last weekend when teams from all over Central -Western Ontario competed in a broomball tournament. The men and women's teams which competed were: Blyth, Men's, 8111 Line and Grads; Ladies, Belgrave Coop; Scaforth, Men's, B.P. Dumpers; ANhaha Hawks; Ladies, Blyth Baintoneers and Chiselhurst; Mildmay Men; Mildmay Monarchs and Belmore; Ladies Mildmay Jets; Teeswater Men, Bcrvie and ' CP Flyers; . Listowel Men, Moorefield Rams - and Listowel Junior Farmers; St. Clements Men, Bamburg and Heidclburg; Ladies, Green Machine and St. Clement Streakers; Elora, Men, Wissen- burg Wizzards, Maryhill; Ladies, Maryhill and Elora Rockcttes; Ayr, Men, Cambridge A's and Hespler; Mount Forest, Men, Conn men and Diablos; Ladies Mac'I'ac and Conquestadors. The winners from this I01111111!. anent will play in Clifford next weekend March 17, 18 and 19, Every team is guaranteed two games. Final winners of both men's and ladies' games will gn to Ottawa, April 7, 8 and 9 to play for the provincial Championship game. Broomball players in this area are members of the Central West Region of Ontario Broomball Association. A•111(=1=:3C=1 =I =1=3 E=1)..1 ATTHE ARENA^p D 0 D 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 WEDNESDAY MARCH 15 2:00 - 3:00 - Preschoolers 6:30 - 7:45 - Pee Wee game. 8:00 - 10:00 Juvenile Game; 10:00 - 12:00 - Christian Reformed THURSDAY MARCH 16 1:00 - 2:00 - Hullett School 5:00 - 6:00 - Atom Practice. 7:00 -: 8:00 • Baintoneer's Broomball 8:00 - .9:00 McClinchey's Hockey 9:00 10:30 - Industrial League 11:00 12:00 - Local Boys FRIDAY MARCH 17 1:30 - 3:00 - Bert Siertsema 7:00 - 9:00 - Lions Tournament 9:30 - 10:30 - Christian Reformed . Broomball SATURDAY ' MARCH 18 9:00 - 6:00 - Lions Tike Tourn. 9:00 - 11:00 Christian Reformed SUNDAY MARCH 19 2:00 4:00 - Public Skating 4:30.6:00 - Juveniles vs. Drayton 7:30 - 11:00 - Industrial League MONDAY MARCH 20 4:00 - 6:00 - PeeWee game with St. Lambert 5:30 - 7:00 - Novice Ganie 7:00 - 8:30 - Atom Game n 8:30 - 10:30 Bantam Game LJ - D3:30 - 6:30 - Figure Skating, 6:30 - 7:30 - Lions Beginners 8:00 - 12:00 - Broomball TUESDAY r� MARCH 21 U 0 D 0 0 a 0 D 0 0 0 0 0 0 a D D • WEDNESDAY , MARCH 22 .0 9:00 • 5:00 • Cadet Tournament 1.1 6:30 - 7:45 - Novice Games 10:00 - 12:00 - Christian Reform =�� BLYTH PEE WEES Young Canada Week in Goderich first game MARCH 22 at 8:10 a.m. vs. Ripley more games will follow. room. ams ere Wham, bam. The balls were really hitting the boards last weekend when teams from all over Central -Western Ontario competed in a broomball tournament. The men and women's teams which competed were: Blyth, Men's, 8111 Line and Grads; Ladies, Belgrave Coop; Scaforth, Men's, B.P. Dumpers; ANhaha Hawks; Ladies, Blyth Baintoneers and Chiselhurst; Mildmay Men; Mildmay Monarchs and Belmore; Ladies Mildmay Jets; Teeswater Men, Bcrvie and ' CP Flyers; . Listowel Men, Moorefield Rams - and Listowel Junior Farmers; St. Clements Men, Bamburg and Heidclburg; Ladies, Green Machine and St. Clement Streakers; Elora, Men, Wissen- burg Wizzards, Maryhill; Ladies, Maryhill and Elora Rockcttes; Ayr, Men, Cambridge A's and Hespler; Mount Forest, Men, Conn men and Diablos; Ladies Mac'I'ac and Conquestadors. The winners from this I01111111!. anent will play in Clifford next weekend March 17, 18 and 19, Every team is guaranteed two games. Final winners of both men's and ladies' games will gn to Ottawa, April 7, 8 and 9 to play for the provincial Championship game. Broomball players in this area are members of the Central West Region of Ontario Broomball Association. A•111(=1=:3C=1 =I =1=3 E=1)..1 ATTHE ARENA^p D 0 D 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 WEDNESDAY MARCH 15 2:00 - 3:00 - Preschoolers 6:30 - 7:45 - Pee Wee game. 8:00 - 10:00 Juvenile Game; 10:00 - 12:00 - Christian Reformed THURSDAY MARCH 16 1:00 - 2:00 - Hullett School 5:00 - 6:00 - Atom Practice. 7:00 -: 8:00 • Baintoneer's Broomball 8:00 - .9:00 McClinchey's Hockey 9:00 10:30 - Industrial League 11:00 12:00 - Local Boys FRIDAY MARCH 17 1:30 - 3:00 - Bert Siertsema 7:00 - 9:00 - Lions Tournament 9:30 - 10:30 - Christian Reformed . Broomball SATURDAY ' MARCH 18 9:00 - 6:00 - Lions Tike Tourn. 9:00 - 11:00 Christian Reformed SUNDAY MARCH 19 2:00 4:00 - Public Skating 4:30.6:00 - Juveniles vs. Drayton 7:30 - 11:00 - Industrial League MONDAY MARCH 20 4:00 - 6:00 - PeeWee game with St. Lambert 5:30 - 7:00 - Novice Ganie 7:00 - 8:30 - Atom Game n 8:30 - 10:30 Bantam Game LJ - D3:30 - 6:30 - Figure Skating, 6:30 - 7:30 - Lions Beginners 8:00 - 12:00 - Broomball TUESDAY r� MARCH 21 U 0 D 0 0 a 0 D 0 0 0 0 0 0 a D D • WEDNESDAY , MARCH 22 .0 9:00 • 5:00 • Cadet Tournament 1.1 6:30 - 7:45 - Novice Games 10:00 - 12:00 - Christian Reform =�� 14—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 McKillop UCW tries bible quiz is one ofover f0,000 yo people who'. be wor foryouthis summer. ,The McKillop Unit of the U.C.W. met at the home of Mrs, G. McNichol with 10 members present. Mrs. L, Godkin was in charge pf devotions. "Rejoice the Lord is King" was sung and the scripture from nark 16:1-20 was read by Mrs, McCutcheon followed with Prayer by Mrs. G. Love Sr: Mrs, McCutcheon read Easter reading' "Why Weepest Thou", The collection was taken by Mrs, M, Hackwell and dedicated by Mrs. L. Godkin. "Jesus Christ is risen today" was sung followed by a poem read by Mrs, McCutcheon "Why did He Die", Mrs, Godkin conducted a Bible Quiz. Mrs, C, Wey gave the topic on "Prayer" and president Mrs, N, McGavin presided for business, Minutes were read by Mrs, G. McNichol and the roll call answered by an Easter custom or thought. Mrs, M. Hackwell gave the treasurer's report. Lunch was served by Mrs. Hackwell, Mrs. Wey, Mrs, Rock and hostess Mrs. G, McNichol. She'll be working in a Ministry of the Environment lab. Her job is provided through one of eight programs developed to give work experience to high: school and post -secondary students as well as to young people who have finished their education. Here's how the programs work: Ontario Youth Employment Program provides a subsidy of $1.25 per hour to encourage additional summer youth em- ployment by the business and farming communities.This program is operated by the Ministry of the Treasury, Subsidies Branch, Ontario Career Action Program is a year- round program which gives career training and practical work experience to unemployed young people for up to a 26 week period. Participants are placed as trainees in the private sector and with various Ontario Government ministries. This program is administered by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Ontario Youth Secretariat Margaret Birch, Minister Terry D. Jones, M.P.P Parliamentary Assistant Experience '78 hires young people to work for the summer in various Ontario ministries.The jobs are designed to complement the student's academic and career goals. It's co-ordinated by the Ontario Youth Secretariat. ,1978 Ontario -Quebec Summer Student Job Exchange Program places Ontario students in various Quebec Government ministries and agencies while Quebec students are placed ;with Ontario Government ministries and agencies. The program gives students the opportunity of increasing their knowledge of a second language and of experiencing the culture of the host province. It's operated through the Civil Service Commission. Junior Forest Ranger Program gives Ontario students who are 17 years old a chance to gain practical experience' in the management of our natural resources. It's administered by the Ministry of Natural Resources. Junior Conservationist Award Program hires students nominated through con- servation-minded'organizations to work in resource management. It's operated by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Conservation Authorities Branch. Junior Agriculturalist Farm Program employs students who reside in the city to live and work on farms during the summer. It's administered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. Youth Care for Senior Citizens gives municipalities the opportunity to hire young people to provide at-horne services for elderly"and handicapped adults.This program is co-ordinated by the Ministry of Community and Social Services. The young people who work under these programs and those who will work as summer replacements for regular ministry staff will benefit from their ex- periences. All of us in Ontario will benefit from the work they do. Let's all work together to help Ontario's youth work. Govemment of Ontario William G. Davis, Premier McKillop appoints Edna Shannon dog tag seller 1By Wilma Okel McK illop Township council appointed Edna Shannon of R.R.4, Walton, Monday to licence and register and collect the licence fee for dogs in the township. 'The new rates are: one .male dog $5,00; second male, $10,00 and each additional male $20.00, Formerly the fee was $2.00 per stale clog. For a female dog the fee is $8.00 for first; $13.00 ror second; and $30.00 for each additional, Formerly the fee was $4.00 for a female, Obituary (Continued from Page 9) and 23 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by one son, Harvey, in January of 1973, and one grandson, Fred in August, 1977; also by brothers, Aldred Cook and. Telford Cook, and sisters, Mrs, Albert (Violet) Nethery, Mrs. Fred J. (Edna) Cook and Mrs, James (Stella) Kelly. Funeral and committal service was conducted by Rcv, John G. Roberts, assisted by Rcv. Barry Passmore. Temporary entomb- ment took place in Wingham Cemetery Chapel with spring interment to follow in Brandon Cemetery, Belgrave. Pallbearers were: Clifford Coolies, Sinton Hallahan, Jim Coolies, Glen Van Camp, John Nixon and Kenneth' Wheeler, Floral tributes were carried by Harold Walsh. Where the owner can produce a veterinary surgeon's certificate that a female clog has been spayed the licence fee will be the sante as for a male. The report on the Elligson drain was considered and a by-law was provisionally adopted. The estimated cost of the drain is $10,920, Gravel tenders were opened and that of Joe Kerr Ltd. of Wingham was accepted to supply, crush and apply gravel to the township roads for approximately 20,000 cubic yards of gravel at $1.90 per cubic yard for an approximate total cost of $38,000. Gravel for farm lanes was se t at $3.00 per cubic yard. Council consented to a land severance of approximately 100 acres for agricultural purposes 00 concession 10, lot 8, owned by Francis S. Murray. Council established a building by-law under the Ontario Building Code: No person will construct alter, demolish, remove or relocate unless a permit has been issued by the building inspector. Council made application to Ontario Housing for an additional grant of $59,622 for die purpose of staking loans to owners of homes requiring repairs. Cotutcil paid the levy of $4,739 to the Maitland Valley Conserva- tion Authority for 1978, up $1,175 from last year; also the levy to the Ausable Conservation Authroity for $500 which is the same as last year. v- CRAWFORD MOTORS WINGHAM,ONTARIO USED CARS Stk 1977 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER 1977 TOYOTA 1975 OLDSMOBILE 442 1975 PLYMOUTH ROAD RUNNER 1975 CHEVROLET BISCAYNE 1975 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS 1975 DODGE MONACO 1975 CHEVROLET NOVA SS 2-1974 FORD TORINO 1975 PONTIAC LAURENTIAN 1974 DODGE MONACO 1973 PLYMOUTH FURY 1972 PONTIAC LEMANS 1972 PLYMOUTH FURY 1971 PLYMOUTH FURY 1970 CUTLASS 57-3862 OFA introduces THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-15, Farmer Price Index The farmer Price Index (FPI), a new program to help consumers understand what is happening to their food dollar, has been announced by Peter Hannam, President of the Ontario Federat- ion of Agriculture, Mr. Hannam said each month OFA will be releasing the FPI to show what the farmer gets, Because it is based on the same formula as the Consumer Price Index, consumers can compare the two and determine wiry prices are changing. Mr. Hannam explained, there is a real need for a better educated public in these days of inflation and economic difficult- ies. Consumers look at prices 00 the shelf and find them increasing every month. Yet the incomes of the farmers who produce this food are steadily declining. Consumers need to know tvhv. "Statistics Canada should be producing these comparisons, but they are not", said Mr, Hannam. "We farmers have therefore taken it upon ourselves to provide this much needed information." Mr. Hannam pointed out that in the year ending February, 1978 the Farmer Price Index has increased by 12,8 percent. It is expected, the March Consumer Price Index for food will be up by 17 or 18 percent. Mr, hannam explained, the difference was due primarily to the increasing cost of imports, particularly citrus fruits, fresh vegetables, tea and coffee. On the other had, prices for Ontario and.Canadian farm pro- ducts showed considerable price moderation. For example, prices to the farmer o11 daily products were up only 8.8 percent,Poult'y was up 4.2 percent. Eggs were down 3.4 percent. And with the exception of apples, whose price has been Noted, the negotiated price for processing fruits and vegetables declined from the previous year, The year to year increase for beet' was 19,2 percent to the farmer and 33.1 percent to the • consumer, By contrast, pork prices for the farmer rose 27,9 percent while consumer prices rose only 15.3 percent. HURON 78 n ..k4v September 26 - 30, 1978 HURON COUNTY SNELL'S I FOOD MARKET MESE BUYS... SCHNEIDER QUALITY MEATS Ready to Eat Boneless Picnic PORK SHOULDERS 2-3 Ib. Average Size, per lb. 1 4,9 9 `Store Sliced" Cooked HAM per lb. 2.79 Reg., Red Hot, or All -Beef WIENERS 1 lb. Pkg. Luncheon Loaf, Chicken Loaf, Pickle, Mac and Cheese or French Onion Sliced 99` LUNCH MEATS per lb. 1.49 A Polish Loop SAUSAGE KIELBOSSA No. 1 Breakfast per Ib. per Ib. 1.29 1.79 BACON 1 lb. Pkg. 1.79 FROSTED FOODS Old South Unsweetened ORANGE JUICE 12 1/2 oz. 79 McCain'seFancy Green PEAS 2 Ib. Bag 791 Old Country Haddock FISH & CHIPS 24 oz. 1.09 Kraft Canadian Singles 1 Ib. CHEESE SLICES Pkg. 1.59 Butterscotch or Semi -Sweet Chocolate BAKING CHIPITS 12 21.79 Pkg. Robin Hood All Purpose - FLOUR 20 Ib. Bag 3.69 Gay Lea Grade "A" Med. -BAKERY FEATURES Lewis's or Weston's 3 Loaves FRESH BREAD fog' 1.29 Weston's Hot Dog or Hamburger Pku. of 12, 55; ROLLS Reg. 75 cents for Weston's Iced Cinnamon BUNS 8's Reg, 89 cents for 69 Weston's Cruller 10's DONUTS Reg. 59 cents, for 89" 2 Lewis Spanish Bar or Sultana CAKES Reg. $1.19 for 99° * REDUCED TO CLEAR * FRUIT CAKE CAN YOU MAKE FRUIT CAKE FOR THIS PRICE? 2 lb. Cake 1 .49 3 Ib. Cake 2.19 Limit -1 Cake Per Family Please EGGS Crisco Cooking OIL per doz. 48 oz. 79` 1.99 * .EASTER TREATS In Good Supply Open 6 days a week N. Might 'till 9:00 PHONE 523-9332 - We Deliver We reserved the right to limit quantities. * , NOTE: PLEASE SHOP EARLY NEXT WEEK WE WILL BE CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY, .MARCH 24 -FRESH PRODUCE Crisp Head LETTUCE Vine Ripe TOMATOES per lb. 39; Ont. No. 1 3 COOKING ON IONS Ibs.3 9 Florida White of Pink GRAPEFRUIT 9 for 99; Sunkist Navel Size 113 ORANGES per doz. 1.49 Each 39.11: BUDGET PRICED Maxwell House Reg. Grind COFFEE 1 Ib. Bag 3.79 E.D. Smith's 28 oz. GARDEN COCKTAIL 69' Jello or Shirriff 3 oz, JELLY DESSERTS4 for 1.00 Dream Whip TOPPING MIX 170 gm. 9 9 Skippy Creamy 3 Ib. Jar PEANUT BUTTER 2.39 Glad Large Green 20's GARBAGE BAGS 2.19 16—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15 1978 ENERGY CONSERVATION STAFF - Huron County residents with interests in energy saying can got help from the new energy conservation centre, with offices in Goderich and Lucknow. Staff Energy staff gets trained A small conference room in Goderich was the scene last week of daily 8 -hour training sessions on energy conservation for six area residents: Gerry Zurbrigg,. Barb Zettler, Pat Niblock . Ian Finlayson, Joe Drennan and Bev Brown. These people arc employees of the new Community on their farms. Guided by the Project Leader, Tony McQuail, the group has familiarized themselves with various forms of alternative energy sources and conservation practices. They have already gathered together an impressive library of books such as The Sun Builders, Canada as a Conserver Society, Stop the Five Gallon Flush, Other Homes and Garbage, *The Woodburners Encyclopedia and dozens of others. These will all be available Conservation Centres at Goderich and Lucknow and their job is to spread the word on how people can save money by becoming energy conscious in their homes, their cars, at their businesses and to the public at the Community Conservation Centres which are located at Goderich (above the Blucwatcr Cleaners) and at Lucknow (on the main street next to the new Sentinel Office). The official openings for these • Centres will be announced in next yeek's paper. Although this programme is funded for only 7 months under the Federal Labour intensive Programme.," says Bev Brown of Turnberry Township, "the accomplishments of this group will be far reaching in the community in terms of education, money savings and new projects in energy conservation," Sale Continues.. N.H.L. Hockey Towels Beach Size $3.99 All Scissors $1.00 off 10%-20% OFF all fabrics Flannelette Clearance-45"wide- yd•$1.29 Twin Flannelette Fitted Sheets. $7.59 Poly Boucle 45" Reg. 3.49 Now $1,25 Wooden Purse Handles. pr. 2.99 SALE ENDS THIS WEEK ON 45" Texmade Broadcloth, $1.59 yd, 5 yds.'more $L29' Terylene Quilt Batts - 3.99 Fishnet, Tea Towelling - 1.00 yd. 45" Perma Prest Gingham - 1.69 yd. B. J. Fabrics BLYTH 523-9675 members are, from left, Bev. Brown, Gerry Zurbrigg, Tony McQuail, project co-ordinator, Barb Zettler, Joe Drennan and Ian Finlayson. Hullett (Continued from Page 13) Conservation Arca for ski crs and snowmobilcrs. Councillor Greg Brandon noted that presently cars park on the side of the road. In other business, council agreed to apply for the Student Help Program. This program allows students taking courses, in planning of administration at community colleges in Ontario to work in municipalities for the summer. The program which is sponsored by the ministry of treasury pays for 80 percent of the student's summer wages or up to $125 a week. PIONEER SEED CORN VARIETIES AVAILABLE 3978 ISCI 2650 H.U. 82 days 3977 13W 1 2650 11.U. 82 days 3975A1 MSC12700H.U.85 clays 3965 13W12750 H.U. 87 days 3955 13W1 2850H.U. 90 days 3903 ISCI 2950 H.U.95 clays Bruce Roy R.R.1, Londcsboro Phone, Blyth, 523-4237 Your Pioneer Seed Corn representative for the Londesboro, Blyth and Clinton arca aOUNDVP DISOUNTS Buy before April 30! Get big preseason discounts on new. hay and forage equipment during the John Deere Roundup of Bargains Come in soon and make a deal on any new equipment described below while the special $195 to $2,600 discounts are available. No waiting for a rebate. Plus, no finance charge will be im- posed until the first of the month equipment is used in our area. We're ready to deal anytime ... but your op- portunity to gain these extra discounts ends April 30. Don't let the savings slip away. Come in today and let's round up some bargains. Discount through MACHINES April 30, 1978 25 and 34 Forage Harvesters; 15A and 16A Rotary Choppers; $195 336 and 346 Balers; 100 Stack Mover 1207, 1209, and 1214 Mower/Conditioners; 466 Baler; 35 and 3800 Forage Harvesters; $325 800 and 830 Windrowers 100 Stack Wagon $520 200 and 300 Stack Movers $650 2250, 2270, and 2280 Windrowers $780 200 Stack Wagon $1,040 300 Stack Wagon $1,950 230 Stack Shredder/Feeder $2,600 Discount is subject to equipment availability. HURON (519)235-1115 BLYTH (519) 523-4244 flIThACTR JOHN DEEREE Retirees Doris- and Bill Hicks ^. '4" +44 ke New store owner Don Ross See story on page one Knox UCW has Easter meeting The Easter meeting of lh U.C. V.of Knox United Church, Bclgrave was held, on March 7, at the house of Mrs. Bert Johnston with sixteen members present. Leader Mrs, Ross Anderson opened the meeting with the business and correspondence. The Westminster week -end will be held May 26 -28th and Dr. Graham 'fipple of London will be the Theme speaker, The annual meeting of the London Con- ference will be held in Stratford on April 3 and 4. The next general meeting of the U.C.W. will be held on April 9 and Mrs. Cecil Coupes will show slides of her drip to Russia. Mrs, George Michic read scrip- ture from Revelations and John, The meditation was entitled "'l'o Be Continued" and was the Easter message led by Mrs. James Coultes. Several ladies took part in the program led by Mrs. Ross Anderson. The theme was ''Reserved A Place for you on Galgatha's Hill", and was the reaction of many people who were present at the Crucifiction. The .offering was received and dedicated and the meeting closed with a social time. c0 HURON r78 ny September 26 - 30, 1978 HURON COUNTY THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-17 New books at Blyth Library MALVERNE MANOR by Helen York It was the last of Amy's letters that had brought Claire Atwood to Malverne Manor, Her previous letters had been joyous, full of references to her forthcoming wedding, but the last one had bccn so different. On her arrival, Outreach Unit meets The Outreach Unit of the United Church women was held on 'Tuesday March 7, with 19 members and 4' visitors present. Mrs. Gene Snell and Mrs. Fern McDonnell were in charge of the devotions. Mrs. Vera Carter had the study. She spoke about Mrs. Dorincla Sunpath of Trinidad who is on loan to the Division of World Outreach of the United Church of' Canada. She told of the wonderful work she is doing for the world. Mrs. Ruby Pattison conducted the business. Lunchwas served by Janet Laurie. Mittel! and Mrs. Correction In last week's Blyth Standard, ,ve mistakenly reported that the Blyth Lions were sponsoring the l-lullet1 Central School public speaking contest. The Legion sponsored the contest and we regret any difficulties this error may have caused. Optimist Bingo BRUSSELS LEGION Sunday March 19 8 p.m. 12 REGULAR GAMES $10.00 2 SHARE THE WEALTH Admission $1.00 Additional 5 cards $1.00 or 25 cents each Age 16 and Over Senior Citizens in town CALL 887.9000 for ride to Legion The Vittax estaurant in Blyth Invites you to Enjoy Country Style Mettle, In a Relaxed Atmosphere Daily Specials --- Courteous Service OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday -Saturday 9 a.m. Sunday Special Chicken Legs with Bar B Que Sauce PHONE 523-9566 Claire was received with utmost kindness but her search for Amy who had disappeared led Claire Into situations that were sinister, menacing and almost deadly. GAMMA'S GIRL by Lucy Walker Who am I? That was the question that tormented Nairce. She had been only a small child when an Australian native woman had taken her to the Widow Pccch, the quaint old bird -woman who lived at The Patch. Under the watchful eyes of the Welfare Department Nairec had grown up there with her beloved "Gamna". Other people in the vicinity had taken an interest in her upbringing and later in her romances. Gamma's Girl is truly a heart-warming story with its setting in the Australian Outback, SECRET OF HAUNTED MESA by Phyllia Whitney When Jenny went to Haunted Mesa with her fancily on a holiday, it didn't take long for hcr to discover that new adventures were waiting for her. Mysterious happenings were taking place on the mesa. They involved Charlie Curtis, the strange Indian boy, her new friend, Greg, the Zuni drum, and the kachima doll from Senora Consuelo's collection. Jenny and the Senora try to solve some of the mysteries, only to learn that riddles do not always have obvious answers, • WINGHAM PH. 357.1630 NOW PLAYING 4 DAYS ONLYI WEDNESDAY • THURSDAY • FRIDAY • SATURDAY NOMINATED FOR 10 MARCH 15.16.17.18th ACADEMY AWARDS INCLUDING BEST PICTURE Please Note Showtimes Damnation Alley 7:30 p.m. Star Wars at 9:00 p.m. laaw...d.d u. ADUII INIUTAINMINI SUNDAY -MONDAY- TUESDAY -' MARCH 19-20-21 SHOWTIME 8:00 P.M. ADMITTANCE ••••••• ••••••• • 0 • • • • • • • • • • • i • • •• • • IIP it :: • • LAST NIGHT THURS. ONE SHOWING 8 P.M. bol machines and foxy women, �R SINOP • • • • • • • • • • • • •. PGj iE Avt::) tAMHASSY PCTur' BThe Rank Oryan sat cn presents A PETER ROGERS PRODUCIIGN .. ENGLA�Ip Recommended as ADULT ENTERTAINMENT STARTS FRI., MAR. 17.23 NOTE: SAT. & SUN. MATINEE 1:30 ONE SHOWING 8 P.M. TWO SHOWINGS r& SAT. 7 & 9:05 productions. Disney .:.�,�.:.. AA • .., Ilk • :PARK?tt lIII `.t,111•T1�1 Program PI li )^,I1,24I,�;I 1subject ..GODERICH AIRt:UNDI1IONI 11 to change • ••••••0•• 1110 •.••• e1977 Walt Disney Productions TECHNICOLOR'. •. • • 18—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15 1978 1 Coming Events 1 Coming Events Open House at Energy Conservation Centres Goderich 36A West St. (above Bluewater Cleaners) FRI., MARCH 17, 2:30.9:00 P.M. SAT., MARCH 18, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Lucknow Campbell St. (next to Sentinel Office) WED., MARCH 22, 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. COME SEE MODELS, BOOKS AND DEMONSTRATIONS OF SOLAR ENERGY. COME AND LEARN ABOUT SAVING ENERGY AND SAVING MONEY, Everyone Welcome 1- 11-1 CLINTON LEGION BINGO every Thursday, 8:00 p.m. First regular card $1, restricted to 16 years or over, 15 regular games of $15., $5 least j on split. Many other specials. Jackpot $200. must go each week. 1-10-tf The Auburn and District Lion's St. Patrick's Day Dance at Auburn Community Hall, Friday, March 17. Music by The Country Companions. Dancing from 10-1:30 a.m. Lunch provided, $4.00 per person. Advance tickets from any Lion's Club member or available at the door. 1-11-1 Regal Chapter No. 275 Order of the Eastern Star, 25th Anniver- sary Dinner. Saturday, April 1, 1978 at Blyth Community Center. Everyone welcome. Tickets available at Gore's Hardware and The Needlecraft Shoppe, 1.11-1 4 Help Wanted Blyth Lions Bingo Saturday Night 8:00 P.M. Blyth Memorial Hall JACKPOT $150 IN 60 CALLS SHARE -THE -WEALTH AND REGULAR GAMES 1 -10 -ti' 4 Help Wanted Township of Hullett Help Wanted 1, To distribute Dog Tags, collect Fees, and record the the owners and number • of dogs in the Township. Remuneration to be $1.50 per dog. 2. To care for and maintain any or all of the cemeteries that are the responsibility of the Township, which is four in number. State age and hourly rate expected, The Township owns a power lawn mower. Applications for any of the above to be in the Clerk's office by • FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 1978 at 4:00 p.m. CLARE VINCENT - CLERK BOX 293, LONDESBORO 4-11-2 Help Wanted We require the following type of help: Truck Drivers., Payloaders and Fork lift Operators Duties to,commence approximately April 15, 1978. Call or write Cyanamidof Canada Limited R. R.,#4, CLINTON 482.3423 4-11-2 7 Situations Wanted EMPLOYMENT wanted part time or full time on a farm, Am experienced in feeder pigs, some experience in sows, would be willing to learn to operate in dairy. If possible, close to the 8th line of Morris. Call 887-6991. 7-7-tf 9 Poultry For Sale H & N "Nick Chick" Icghorns, 20 weeks old, available for spring or summer delivery; also Hubbard Golden Comets (brown egg layers) for early Junc deliv ery, Orders now accepted for heavy "roaster" cockerels day-old, for spring delivery. Call McKinley Farms & Hatchery Ltd., 262-2837. 11.10-13 10 Used Cars For Sale 1975 Choy. Scotch -dale, pickup, 20,000 miles, new paint job. Phone between 6 and 8 p.m. Gordon Daer 526-7295. 10-11-1 11 Articles For Sale SWIMMING POOLS—Leading swimming pool manufacturer must dispose of brand new 1978 models. Fully warranted, complete with pump, motor, filtr.: , fencing, walkaround and deck, Suggested retail price $2,350. Available at pre -season special of $1,322. Call now for early installation. Long term financing available. Call Toll Free anytime 1-800-268-1944 11-9-tf Organ Special A $200, rental deposit places a Spinet organ with all the goodies in your home for 6 months. Free weekly lessons for the family included, Rental can be applied toward purchase of any organ at any time, Stop at Pulsifer Music and see how easy it is to play an organ. Closed Wednesday. 11-9-4 Spy and McIntosh apples, Direct from cold storage at the farm. Contact Boyd Taylor 523.9279, 11-9-4 Wood or coal cook stoves, buy now for fall. Faust Bros, Home Hardware, Mitchell. Phone 348-8703, 11-9-4 Maple Syrup - Place your orders now for spring. Garth Walden. Phone 523-9295 or 523-9287 after six. 11-11-1 Piano special A $200, rental deposit places a beautiful Wurlitzer piano in your home for four months. Full rental amount can be used on purchase of any piano. Free lessons to beginners arranged. Pulsifer Music SEAFORTH 4 11.9-4 CURRENT Magazines available at the Blyth 'andard. A good. selection of magazines arrives weekly. These include Woman's Day, Chatelaine, National Enquirer, TV Guides, Comics, Crosswords and many more, 11-01xtf 11 Articles For Sale SWIMMING POOLS TO RENT— Will lease and install for home- owners, family size aluminum swimming pools . with patio. Choice of styles, meeting all fencing regulations on a one, two, or three year rental basis with option to own. Try before you buy! call Toll Free anytime 1-800-268-1944. 11-94 BROADLOOM CLINTON'S CARPET CENTRE .-wall to wall Installations or area carpets. • Samples shown in your home • Free estimates • Guaranteed Installations There's a Celanese carpet for every room in the home. "Quality you can trust" From BALL & MUTCH FURNITURE LIMITED Phone 482.9505, Clinton 11-10-tf NOW BOOKING For all your Spring Seed Require- , ments in corn, cereal, forage, sorghums and soy beans contact us. Priced right and delivered to your farm. Sec Boyd Taylor 523-9279. Pride and King Grain Seed Representative, 14 Property For Sale 12 Wanted To Buy Straw any quantity. Phone 12-11-2 887-6673, WANTED—Used furniture, appliances and antiques. Call Jack's Place, Lucknow, 528-2625. 12.7•tf 14 Property For Sale 40 acre farm in Walton adjoining two paved highways. Good red brick house with barn ane`shed, Drilled well, cash crop land or hobby farm with or without. house. Possession in fall. Phone 887-9389. 14-10-2 15 Property For Rent House for Rent in Blyth, available April 4, $150,00, Phone 529-7684, 15-11x1 TWO new apartments in Blyth, two bedroom. Supplied with fridge and stove, Available 1st of Mach. Contact Ralph Campbell 523-9604. 15-9-11 Additional Classified on next Page ivisINTEE Clinton Ofiice 482.3821 Ask about our M.L.S. Listings BLYTH & AREA HOMES 3 bedroom, 2 storey brick home, good condition, close to downtown Blyth. Priced to sell at $25,900. 2 bedroom,- 1 floor home, quiet location. 3 bedroom', 11/2 storey honk, close to downtown, $24,000. Near Kingsbridge - 3 bedroom, 11/2 storey brick home on 1'/2 acres, • Near Londesboro - 17 acres, creek, bush, 3 bedroom home, small barn, Near Seaforth - 5 acres, Ranch -style home with many extras, modern barn, reduced to sell. North of Goderich on Lake Huron, a cottage with 4 bedrooms and many extras. CLINTON OFFICE Phone 482.3821 Harold Workman 482-7658 Larry Phmueel 527.0052 Harry Mtro 527.1764 FARMS 50 acres, good land, good house & barn near Auburn, 250 acres, 2 barns, 5 bedroom hone, 2 sheds, 220 acres workable, INVESTMENT PROPERTIES 117 acres - Residential & Gravel at Hohnesville, Store on Main St. in Clinton. Auto Wrecking Yard, Equipment & Stock in Egmondvillc, 14-11-1 1 Coming Events 1 Coming Events Bauer Travel Service Monkton, Ontario INVITES YOU TO JOIN our area group for 3 unforgettable weeks in Britain June 10 -July 1. Beginning with a first class Wardair Charter Flight :and escorted motor coach tours from the quaint history filled cities and villages of England and Wales to the Highlands of Scotland. Call us soon for details and prices. Space is limited, or IS THIS YOUR YEAR TO SEE CANADA? Ask us about Canada West. 1 week from $599. including air fare from Toronto to Vancouver, hotels, escorted private motorcoach sight- seeing. Rockies and Pacific plus an inside passage cruise for 2 weeks from $869, air fare, escorted motorcoach and cruise inclusive. An exceptional package. Weekly departures Saturday, June 10 -September 16. Also include Calgary Stampede July 1 and 8 departures, A host of air, escorted motor coach, rail and drive yourself or fly -drive package to destinations, eastern or western Canada or the United States, COME IN AND SEE US FOR DETAILS OR CALL COLLECT 347.2963 t CLIASSIFIEDTHE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978-18 14 Property For Sale BAILEY REAL ESTATE LTD. 482.9371 Clinton 1'/.i acres near Blyth, 11/2 storey brick home, 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, carpeted living and dining room. * * * * * * 11/2 storey home in Brussels, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms, carpeted, oil heat. * * * * * * 2 acres at Blyth, town water, hydro, no buildings. * * * * * * 5 acres near Blyth, 2 storey brick home, 9 rooms, 5 bedrooms, oil heat. Barn suitable for hogs or cattle, * * * * * * Nearly completed 1 floor home in Blyth, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms, fireplace, full basement, electric heat. ****** 231/2 acres land, 1/2 mile from Bluevale, mostly workable, ****** Centra y I a eco Qf; on Quee,n� e li * * * 5 acres near St. Augustine, 11/2 storey brick home, 8 rooms, barn and drive shed on property. ****** 11/ storey home in Londesboro, 6 rooms, 4 bedrooms, oil heat. Close to school. ****** 12 acres near Blyth, 2 storey home, 10 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 11/ baths. L -type barn. * * * * * * 260 acres crop land in Goderich Township. 220 acres workable, ****** 175 acre dairy farm near Brussels, fully equipped, 155 acres workable. Good 2 storey brick home. ****** '/a acre near Wroxeter, 1 floor home, 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, everything in excellent condition. Lots of nature trees on the fenced property. ****** FOOD FOR THOUGHT Tact is changing the subject without changing your mind. - 14-11-1 19 Notices INCOME TAX PREPARATION and Bookkeeping Reasonable Rates Phone 523-9669 19-11-1 CROP INSURANCE—For details on corn, beans and spring grain's call; Niel Edgar, R. R. #3, Wingham, 357-2440. 19-11-1 Lawrence's Cleaning Service. We refinish hardwood floors and rug shampooing. Phone 482-7907. 19-11-2 Huron Dead Stock Removal CLINTON ONTARIO Attention farmers; For depend- able, efficient service on all farm stock. Call collect 482.9811 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, "Call us first you won't have to call anyone else," 19-10-tf 19 Notices COLD Enterprises. Prompt refrigeration and appliance repair. Phone 887.9062, 19.10 -If SEPTIC TANKS CLEANED New modern equipment, over 20 years experience, Phone Louis Blake, 887.6800, R, R, #2, Brussels. 19-10-tf BERG Sales - Service Installation • Barn Cleaners - Bunk Feeders -Stabling -Silo Unloaders FREE ESTIMATES Donald G. Ives R. R. 2, Blyth Phone Brussels 887-9024 19-10-tf Hank's Small Engine Service Henry Reinink 1 Mile North of Londesboro 523-9202 Snowmobile, Snowblower, etc.,. Repair 19-10-tf HOME INSULATION SERVICE Homes and all types of buildings. Specializing in BLOWN CELLULOSE INSULATION Free Estimates—No obligation LOUIS BLAKE R.R.#2,BRUSSELS Ontario 887.6800 Serving the people of Western Ontario for over a quarter of a century. 19-10-tf CONCRETE WORK Expert chimney and roofing repairs; specializing in stabling. Don Ives, Phone Brussels, 887-9024, 19-14)-tf 22 Legal Notices 20 Auction Sales •••••••••••••••••••% • • R.G. Gethke •• • GENERAL AUCTIONEER • Serving Huron and Perth counties with many years of • experience, For reliable service at reasonable rates. • • CALL 347-2465 COLLECT • • 23-05-tf • !••••••••••••••••••• • • • • • • • CLEARING AUCTION SALE Of Holstein cattle and modern machinery will be held for Alfred Matthies, Lot 16, Conc, 6, Morris Twp., 31/2 miles west of Brussels then 1/2 mile south, on Monday, i'1arch 27 at 1 p.m. LIVESTOCK: 7 holstein cows, 5 heifers dile in May, 5 yearling heifers, 2 B.W.F. calves, 8 year old quarter horse mare broke to ride with saddle. CATTLE Evill be brucellosis tested and preg, checked. MACHINERY: 1977 Deutz 4 wheel drive tractor with loader (as new), M. F. No. 40 tractor with heavy duty loader and backhoe, 1977 N,I-1. 707 one row 3 pt. H. harvester with corn and hay head (as new), M.F. 300 self propel combine with cab. 2 row corn head, 10 ft. grain head and pick up reels, 1977 H.S. forage wagon and box, N.H. 68 baler, Cockshutt 12 ft. wheel disc, Cockshutt 4-16 plow, triple K cultivator, wagon with g cavity box, New Idea 160 hu. manure spreader, 3 point hitch 100 gal sprayer, lift. Crow foot packer, 4 section harrows, 5 ton wagon and rack, International power lift grain drill, 3 point hitch scraper blade, 3 pt, H. surface ditcher, 4" x 11' grain auger, 3 pt, H. fertilizer spreader. Gehl forage blower with pipe, 3 pt. H. cement mixer, J.D. 4 row corn planter, N.I. No, 3 one row corn picker, hay elevator, 2 wheel trailer, numerous small articles. Illness forces this sale of good machinery. Terms Cash Owner or auctioneer not res- ponsible for accidents, George Powell Clerk Brian Rintoul 'Auctioneer 20-11.2 22 Legal Notices .Village of Blyth NOTICE is hereby given that the Corporation of the Village of Blyth proposes to give consideration and, if thought fit, to pass a by-law providing for the stopping up of a portion of Wilson Street, lying South of Victoria Street, as shown on Registered Plan No. 1, for the Village of Blyth ' and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the Easterly limit of Wilson Street with the Southerly limit of Victoria Street; THENCE Westerly and along the production of the Southerly limit of Victoria Street a distance of Sixty-six (66.0') feet to a point in the Westerly limit of Wilson Street; THENCE Southerly along said Westerly limit a distance of Seventy (70.0') feet; THENCE Easterly and parallel to the Southerly limit of Victoria Street a distance of Sixty -Six (66.0') feet to a point in the Easterly limit of Wilson Street; THENCE Northerly along said Easterly limit a distance of Seventy (70,0') feet more or less to the Point of Commencement of the parcel herein described. Provided that the said portion of Wilson Street be conveyed to the Province of Ontario, in order to facilitate the building of a proposed sewage pumping station, It is proposed that the by-law will be presented fur consideration by the Council of the Village of Blyth at its regular meetingon Monday, the 6th day of March, 1978. DATED this 27th day of February, 1978. LARRY WALSH Clerk, Treasurer Village of Blyth Blyth, Ontario .22-9-4 • 20 Auction Sales 20 Auction Sales RICHARD LOBB FARM • ESTATE - HOUSEHOLD - NTIQUES - REAL ESTATE MACHINERY - LIVESTOCK • ETC. 289 Baylleld Road P.O. Box 342 CLINTON, ONTARIO Phone 482-7898 NOM 1L0 AUCTION SALE Of Truck, self propelled combine, modern tractors and farm machinery, etc„ to be held for JOHN CRONYN, at Lot 8, Concession 8, Morris Township, 11/4 miles north of Blyth on Highway #4 and two miles east. SATURDAY MARCH 18th at 1:00 P.M. TRUCK: 1969 Chcv. C. 60 truck with V8 nmtor, 5 speed transmission, two speed rear axle, good paint, selling safety checked. Hallam 300 bushel gravity bin. COMBINE: John Deere 6600 diesel combine, two years old, with air conditioned cab, heater, 13 ft, cutter liar head, Sund pick up,,444 four row wide corn head, str aw chopper, TRACTORS: John Deere 4230 diesel 100 HP tractor with air conditioned cab, heater, radio, quad range transmission, front mount fuel tank, 1200 hours, Set of 18.4 X 34 dual wheels. Nuffield 10 60 diesel tractor with cab and power steering, PLANTING AND TILLAGE EQUIPMENT: International #400 adjustable four row, air corn planter with bean drum; Massey Ferguson 1133, 15. run seed drill with grass seeder attachment. Int ernational 720 four furrow X 18 "bottom semi mount plow with spring reset bottoms. Kongskildc 171/2 ft, wing cultivator with wing cylinder and roller harrows, , White #252, 12 '/2 .ft. wheel'disc with Midwest levelling harrows. Leon stone picker with hydraulic dump. John Dccrc #27 six row narrow stock chopper 1000 1 1'O, 1 year old. Turnco 12 ft. fertilizer auger. MF 7 ft. 3 PTHitch cultivator,; Gcorgc White 250 gallon trail sprayer with 42 ft. boom and aluminum tank. Case 6 ft, one way disc; six section diamond harrows and pole. HAYING AND HARVEST EQUIPMENT: New Holland #351 mixmill with auger feed and 17 ft. unloading auger; New Holland #268 hay baler with thrower; New Holland #451 3 Pt. Hitch 7 ft. haymower, 1 year old; New Holland #55 new style hay rake; 2 - 16 ft. bale thrower racks; 2 - Turnco 10 ton wagons with Turnco gravity bins with extensions. Kasten 8 ton wagon with Turnco gravity bin and extensions; Hutchison 42 ft, six inch portable grain auger, PTO drive, "NOTE" - this is a good offering of nearly new equip- ment in excellent condition, so plan to attend. " NO SMALL ITEMS TO BE SOLD, SO BE ON TIME" Terms cash day of sale Personal cheques accepted with proper. identification. JOHN CRONYN, PROPRIETOR, Phone 519-523 -9440 RICHARD LOBB, AUCTIONEER Phone 519.482.7898 Owner or Auctioneer not responsible for accidents day of'sale, 20-10-2 Read and Use THE STANDARD WANT ADS 21 Tenders Wanted Additional Classified on next Page 21 Tenders Wanted TENDERS WANTED' 1971 Ford LN 750 361 V-8 engine box, hoist and fertilizer auger included, Sold on an as is basis and released March 31, 1978. Highest tender not necessarily accepted. • Cyanamid of Canada Limited R. R. #4 Clinton 482-3423 21-10-2 A 20—THE BLYTH STANDARD, MARCH 15, 1978 CLASSIFIED 20 Auction Sales CLEARING AUCTION SALE For Mr, John Rinn of livestock and machinery, on Friday, March 24 at 1:00 p.m. LOCATION: .Lot 1, Conc. 5, Morris Twp., '/4 mile south of Belgrave on Highway 4. -LIVESTOCK: Some Angus Cows Bred Charolais; Charolais cow and calves from '/2 to purebred; 1 Purebred cow with calf at side - rebred. 1 • Purebred Charolais cow due April 21. 1 - 7/8 Charolais cow with heifer calf at side • rebred. 1 - 3/4 Charolais cow due April 12. 1 - 3/4 Charolais cow due April 23. 1 - '/z Charolais cow due August 26. 1 - 1/2 Charolais cow with heifer calf at side-rebred. 1 - Grade Charolais cow due March 25. 1 - Purebred heifer bred Feb, 15. 1 - 3/4 Charolais heifer due March 20. 1 - '/2 Charolais heifer due April 3. • OPEN HEIFERS: -. 15/16 Charolais heifer 1 /8 Charolais heifer 2 .f.-3/4 Charolais heifers '/s Charolais heifer. 1 - Red Poll cow due April 17. 1 - Angus cow due Feb, 21. 1 - Angus cow due May 20. 1 - Angus cow with bull calf at side-rebred. 1 - Angus cow due August 27. 1 - Angus cow due August 24. 5 - Char -Cross _steers suitable for 4H Club 1 - Black white face calf 3 - Holstein bull calves. ALL CI-IARiLAIS CATTLE RECORDED MACHINERY: 1976 John Deere 1830 tractor, 725 hrs., like new; 1977 International 444 tractor with loader, 200 hrs., like new; 1976 Kvernelands 3 pt. hitch plough 16" bottom; 9'6"Triple K cultivator; 10' M.E. Disc 3 pt. hitch; New Holland mower 7' 3 pt. hitch; international mower semi.nlount 6'; 2 wagons with racks; 1 bale stooker; 1 land roller steel 3 drum; 1977 Ford manure spreader used very little; New Holland] hay baler 268; side rake Massey Harris 4 bar; 5 section harrows; hay elevator 32'; Hay tedder. All Machinery in Excellent Condition. 1977 - 12'x6' with deck over top, 5th wheel trailer with tandem axles and electric brakes 1977 - Chev, 3/4 ton heavy duty truck, 4 wheel drive, automatic transmission, 5 snow tires, 65,000 miles. Small quantity of hay and straw on offer. Reason for sale owner has ill health, Owner or auctioneer are not responsible for any accidents. Terms • Cash George Powell - Clerk Brian Rintoul - Auctioneer 20-11-2 24 Cards of Thanks I wish to thank my many friends, neighbours, • relatives for remembering me while in St. Joseph's, London, with cards, flowers, and treats and for the many favours since returning home. Albert Siertsema, 24-11x1 I wish to express sincere thanks to friends, and neighbours for cards, flowers, and visits, while in Clinton Hospital. Special thanks to Dr. Lambert and Dr, Harrett, and the nurses on first floor, for' all their kindness, It was all"very greatly appreciated. Velma Oster. 24-11x1 26 Personal Mr, and Mrs, Mac Sewers, Minesing arc happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Marlene Eleanor, to Gerald Pietre Van Esse, son of Mr, and Mrs, Pietre Van Esse, .Thamesville. The marriage will take place in Londesborough United Church on Friday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m, 26-11-1 Mr. and Mrs. Wobbe Bylsma of R. R. 111, Blyth arc pleased to announce the forthcoming --marriage of their daughter Cory' to John Kuipers, son of Mr. and Mrs: Martin Kuipers, R. R. //5, Goderich. The ceremony will take place on Friday April 7, 1978. D.V. in tU Christian Reformed Church, Clinton at 7 o'clock in the ening. 26-11x1 Blyth UCW start .quilt Blyth United Church was a hive of activity this past week with the U.C.W. ladies starting in Monday morning on another quilt. in the evening, members of thc Official Board met to set up a Committee to lay the ground work for a new roof on the church. That committee held its first meeting on Friday evening. The Outreach Unit of thc U.C.W. held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Harold Carter gave a most interesting Mission Study on the Caribbean, covering the work of a prominent woman inthc church there. Youth activities included Tyros, Tuesday evening; Explorers, Wednesday after school; C.G.I.T., Wednesday evening; and Messengers, Thursday after- noon., The usual Bible Study g-oups met on Tuesday morning I'ld Wednesday evening. The young folk of the congre- gation took a turn in organizing the games for Thursday cvenings's "Fun and Fellowship" night. These monthly get-togethers start off with shuffleboardat7:30, followed by a variety of group games or a contest, after which crokinole, scrabble, etc. are enjoyed. Many continue to play while having their tea and cookies. Mark April 13 on your calendar now for ne' xt, month's Games' Night, In charge, will be Todd Va.n Vliet, Mrs, Wiphlinan and Bill Carter. Thanks are expressed to those who made this a pleasant evening for upwards of 30 people of all ages, this week, Mrs. Kai led the usual choir practices Friday evening and Saturday morning. The Junior Choir provided the anthem at Sunday morning's service. Members of the E'v'ening Unit of the U.C.W. looked after babysitting in the Nursery and the Junior congregation. Before the ch5ldren left the sanctuary, M. Wittich asked the children to point out different places at the front of the church where they could see a cross. He explained the different shapes, but whether they are Greek crosses or Roman crosses, they have the same meaning in the Christian faith. In his sermon, using John 6:66-69 as his text, Rev. Wittich preached on "Why Be a Christian?". Ushers this week were Mr. and Mrs, Jim McCall, Mr, Donald Kai and Mr. Bill Fear. Elders, greeting worshippers at the door, were Mr, Raymond Madill and Mr. Stewa0—Ament, Sugar and Spice My involvement with RCAF Association brings back a lot of memories, sonic a bit grim, some pretty hilarious, As the old mind's eye wandered back, something hit me like a cold douche, Not that I've ever taken a cold douche. Why were we so keen to get killed? In this age of dropouts, draft dodgers and deserters, it seems incredible that thousands of young Canadian males, back in the FOr ties, were almost f'r'antic to get into the air force, into air crew, and inlo'a squadron, where the chances were excellent they'd be dead with -in a couple of months. From the point of view Of common sense, reason, logic, it was not any brighter than thcChildren's Crusade of the Middle Ages. Why? Certainly we had no death wish. We had no deep urge to 1111 mate ourselves in the breath o1' the war dragon. We weren't even running to the battlements to protect our homes, our wives and children. Most of us were in school, or just recently out, and didn't have none of them there things. Oh, we knew we had to "Stop thet bawstawd 1-lillah!" as Churchill once told us on an airfield in Normandy. We knew rather' vaguely that we were defending democracy and unemployment against the monsters of totalitarianism and full employment, although it was a bit puzzling that totalitarian Russia was on our side. We knew joining up was the thing to do, that most of our friends were doing it, that a fellow looked pretty fine in a uniform, that the girls were impressed and the hitch -hiking easier. • But why the air force? And why air crew, where the dice' were loaded so heavily? Did we avoid the army because we didn't want to be exposed to the rude and licentious soldiery and get all dirty and grimy in action? Or the navy because we preferred a fiery grave to a watery. I just don't know, but most of my friends, and most of their friends, chose the air force, and were dead keen on getting into air crew. Within a bare few years, most of them were a lot less keen, and many were a lot more dead. As I recall, it was a real downer for those who failed the tough medical test for air crew, Once chosen, you were filled with despair if you were going for pilot and had to settle for bomb-aimcr, just because you were a little cross-eyed. Once in training, it was a shattering experience to be "washed out" of air crew merely because you had badly bent up one of His Majesty's aircraft by trying to land at 40 feet up, or had wound up 300 miles off course on a cross-country training flight. It was devastating if you wanted to be a fighter pilot and were shipped off to lumbering old bonnet's, i h'avc friends who still bear a deep scar on the psyche because they were made flying instructors and spent thc rest of the war in Canada. This despite the fact they were chosen as instructors because they were far better pilots than the rest of us, This despite the fact that many of the. pilots they trained were dead, lead, in no time. None of this was any consolation. They still feel they missed something irrecoverable. Well I know what they missed. They missed the stupidity of senior officers who didn't know whether they were punched or bored. They missed, long, deadly dull periods of training, and short, intense moments of sheer terr'or. They missed being shot at, physically, by perfect strangers, and shot clown, verbally, by people on their own side. They missed the utter blind confusion of the amateurs in charge of the war. Migawd, those idiots lost an entire wing of Typhoons for a full week. Nobody, least of all intelligence, had a clue where it was, 1 air -hitched all over southern England and northern France before I found the blasted thing, all on my own. Let's see, have 1 left anything out? Well maybe I have. First I'll take that back about stupid senior officers. There were plenty' of those in Canada, too, so you didn't miss that. Perhaps you missed the joy of climbing out of your aircraft after an operation, lighting a cigarette, and talking a wild blue streak of relief and let -down, 1 guess you missed the glory of heading off for a week's leave in a strange country, loaded with lust, a month's pay in your pocket, and the secret sweetness in your head of knowing that nobody would be shooting at your for seven clays. And you did, I must admit, miss th girls. Not all of those fumblings in the blackout were frustrating. But 1 still say we were all crazy to volunteer, and even vie to be killed. Must write a paper on the some day. •Marching out a Lively Band of Softly Feminine Looks We're marching out a lively band of Easter fashions to step up the excitement for your holi- day dates . and all through this season ... in a simply rem- /' a inine way. ► Drop in and choose from our _r w selection in sizes 5-15 :'